IAM Organizing Department Win at Fort Jackson in South Carolina
On Oct. 29th, 46 Soldier Support Institute (SSI) workers at Fort Jackson in SC overwhelmingly voted to join the IAM. The SSI workers had heard from the other 800 unionized workers at the Fort about the benefits of being union, and were encouraged to join the local. IAM Organizing Department Special Representative Jerry McCarty and
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Carrollton Railroad Workers Unionize with Teamsters
(CARROLLTON, Kentucky) – Carrollton Railroad workers have voted unanimously to unionize with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) of the Teamsters Rail Conference. Operating out of western Kentucky, this group of nine workers is made up of engineers, conductors, trainmen, and maintenance and yardmaster employees. They joined the BLET to gain a stronger […]
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IAM Union Members at IKEA Perryville to Enter Federal Mediation as Strike Continues
Approximately 320 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local I460, District 4, working at the IKEA Distribution Center in Perryville, Maryland, remain on strike for a fair contract after overwhelmingly rejecting the company’s latest proposal on Nov. 14, 2024. In a new development, IAM and IKEA will meet with a federal mediator
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Fontana Public Works Teamsters Vote to Ratify Contract
(FONTANA, Calif.) – Public sector workers in City of Fontana represented by Teamsters Local 1932 have voted to ratify a new contract, marking a significant win for the dedicated workers who maintain and enhance the city’s infrastructure and public services such as parks, sewers, streets, sidewalks, and storm systems. This contract is a major step […]
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Important Changes Coming to the IAM Group Medicare Part D Rx Program
The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is from October 15, 2024, through December 7, 2024. We wanted to make you aware that Major Changes are Coming to the IAM Group Medicare Part D Rx Program in 2025! As part of the Inflation Reduction Act, beginning January 1, 2025, the federal government is implementing significant changes that will impact
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National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Makayla Gallagher
National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Makayla Gallagher
Throughout National Native American Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Native Americans have made to the labor movement and toward expanding the rights of working people. Today’s profile features Makayla Gallagher of the Professional Aviation Safety Specialists (PASS).
Makayla Gallagher is proudly affiliated with the Sitnasuak and Bering Straits Native corporations in Alaska. Born and raised in the state, Gallagher has a deep connection to the outdoors, embracing it not only as a pastime but as an integral way of life. She is an active member of PASS and serves as her facility’s union representative, dedicated to understanding the benefits available to employees and fostering positive relationships within the Federal Aviation Administration.
Kenneth Quinnell
Thu, 11/21/2024 – 08:40
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Philly Workers at SEPTA Reach Tentative Agreement that Includes Major Pay Raise
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Philly Workers at SEPTA Reach Tentative Agreement that Includes Major Pay Raise
Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) workers in Philadelphia tentatively agreed to a new one-year contract. More than 5,000 workers are represented by Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 234 and include bus, subway and trolley operators, mechanics, cashiers, maintenance people and custodians. The tentative deal would include a 5% pay increase that, coupled with the last deal, increases workers’ wages to 12.5% more than they made as of Dec. 8, 2023. Members who retire during the life of the contract will receive an additional 5% pension increase. Also included in the contract are schedule stability for operators, increased health benefits and safety changes.Union members will vote on whether to ratify the deal on Dec. 6. Local 234 unanimously authorized a strike that would become unnecessary if members approve the tentative deal.“We’re going to continue to work in tandem in hopes that we can get transit funding, so we won’t be back at this place next year,” said Local 234 President Brian Pollitt.
Kenneth Quinnell
Thu, 11/21/2024 – 08:23
IAFF, chiefs look to revamp Wellness-Fitness Initiative
Members of the Wellness Fitness Initiative Task Force met in Washington, D.C., to discuss the future of the initiative and how to make it more accessible to those who need it.
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IAM Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week
The IAM proudly celebrates National Apprenticeship Week, designated by the Biden administration from Nov. 17 through Nov. 23, 2024. This week serves as an important reminder of the vital role that apprenticeship programs play in developing the skilled workforce necessary for a competitive American economy. “Apprenticeships have been the cornerstone of workforce training for over
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Captive Audience Meetings Are Illegal Nationwide: In the States Roundup
Captive Audience Meetings Are Illegal Nationwide: In the States Roundup
It’s time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations on X (formerly Twitter).
Alabama AFL-CIO:pic.twitter.com/vDUOcS8XOe— Alabama AFL-CIO (@AlabamaAFLCIO) October 17, 2024Alaska AFL-CIO:📸 Photos from today’s @unac4996AK Solidarity Spine Walk at UAA. #FairContractNow #UnionStrong #1u pic.twitter.com/6a8opwsaGY— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) November 20, 2024Colorado AFL-CIO:👀 “Colorado is among states that historically adopted policies intended to limit private sector workers’ freedoms to form unions. Today, this suppression of workers’ rights is weakening Colorado’s economy.” @greenhousenyt @RBReich https://t.co/6keiskujQX— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) November 20, 2024Florida AFL-CIO:👏👏👏 https://t.co/bH0XwbJx3b— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) November 14, 2024Illinois AFL-CIO:Thousands of students were in Springfield yesterday for the Central Illinois Building Trades Career Day. They met tradespeople from 14 trades, had hands on experiences and several decided they want to join a union when they graduate! pic.twitter.com/701fKfUizn— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) November 20, 2024Maine AFL-CIO:Rep-elect Kilton Webb (@IBEW 567) discusses how he developed a winning campaign with help from the Maine AFL-CIO Worker Candidate Training.https://t.co/r6osZ5K5Rj #mepolitics— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) November 20, 2024Massachusetts AFL-CIO:PLAs PLAs PLAs@Mass_BTU #mapoli https://t.co/ymE15GBJ2L— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) November 20, 2024Minnesota AFL-CIO:“I have been working downtown for several years, and for the first time I feel a new kind of hope for what is to come and the changes that we will win together,” said @CTUL_TC member Estella Tirado #BetterInAUnion (via @workdaymagazine) https://t.co/JWS0CXr1DJ— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) November 19, 2024Missouri AFL-CIO:Happy #NationalMonopolyDay! 🎩💸 Did you know the monopoly board games is made by union workers? pic.twitter.com/Qb4twyut4H— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) November 19, 2024Montana State AFL-CIO:It’s time for St. Peter’s to support nurses in Helena and bargain in good faith. Keep nurses local! Protect high quality patient care! #mtpol #mtnews #mtlabor https://t.co/rjdhlHjcnN— Montana AFL-CIO (@MTaflcio) October 28, 2024Nevada State AFL-CIO:It’s National Apprenticeship Week! Earlier this year we had the pleasure of touring the Bricklayers Local 13 JACT with @ActSecJulieSu Find information on all apprenticeship programs and see what works best for you: https://t.co/U5HVtHfspX pic.twitter.com/hZQWihe5lI— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) November 19, 2024North Carolina State AFL-CIO:H.R. 9495 includes a poison pill provision that is a serious threat to nonprofits, incl. unions. This bill would remove due process and hand over considerable power to the next Trump admin. Join us in urging Congress to vote NO on H.R. 9495.🔗https://t.co/kbmYTMI1Sn #1u pic.twitter.com/hRqQ7DrcaK— NC State AFL-CIO // #CountMeIn (@NCStateAFLCIO) November 20, 2024Ohio AFL-CIO:Congratulations @RepMarcyKaptur, a true champion of working people https://t.co/dH4BugYven— Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) November 20, 2024Oregon AFL-CIO:The longer the picket line, the shorter the strike. Head to https://t.co/bb7P96KEa4 and find a picket line near you to support today! With 5 unions on strike in 6 cities there are many ways to show solidarity and support striking workers. pic.twitter.com/Wvg2sUJalH— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) November 20, 2024Rhode Island AFL-CIO:Answer: YES.Can unions save offshore wind from Trump? https://t.co/AR73U4sSX1 @climatejobs @climatejobsri— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) November 20, 2024Texas AFL-CIO:GET IN LOSER WE’RE ORGANIZING THE SOUTH 😤 https://t.co/ARV6q2kpMg— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) November 20, 2024Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:Shame on Anheuser-Busch for closing Elysian in Seattle rather than negotiating a contract with brewery workers! Despite being in active negotiations, the company never mentioned the possibility of closure, completely blindsiding our @teamsters117 siblings. https://t.co/VzBw8xa2sA— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) November 18, 2024Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:Labor unions are a growing trend in health care industry https://t.co/TapeiTkoWI— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) November 20, 2024
Kenneth Quinnell
Wed, 11/20/2024 – 11:33