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Right now, disabled veterans are not receiving the full retirement compensation that they deserve for their service and sacrifice. The Major Richard Star Act would change that. Send a letter to your members of Congress urging them to pass the Major Richard Star Act! As a union with many members who have served in the U.S. The post Stand Up for Disabled Veterans, Abolish the ‘Wounded Veteran Tax’ appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Based on the success of its online training programs, the Winpisinger Center is offering Online Steward Training beginning October 1. This program provides the basics for new shop stewards who want to be effective in their roles but cannot visit the Winpisinger Center for training. “This initiative is another step forward in expanding our members’ access to The post Register Today: Online Steward Training Begins October 1 appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM District 160 recently hosted a fundraiser at a Topgolf in Renton, Wash., which raised more than $30,000 for the IAM’s favorite charity, Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines (GDA | TLC). More than 100 IAM members, families, and supporters gathered for an afternoon of fun and fundraising that featured golf games, bingo, The post IAM District 160 Members Raise Over $30K for Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

The registration deadline for the upcoming IAM Retirees Conference, taking place Oct. 20-22, 2025, at the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront (1550 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931) has been extended to Monday, September 15, 2025. This year’s theme, “Leaders and Legends,” will honor the contributions of our retirees while energizing and empowering us for The post Registration Deadline Extended for 2025 IAM Retirees Conference appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

The National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE-IAM) is proud to announce workers at Yosemite and Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks have elected NFFE to serve as their union representative. With over 97% voting in favor at both locations, Interpretive Park Rangers, educators, researchers, fee collectors, first responders, firefighters, and other staff at the two The post Workers at Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks Organize a Union Under NFFE-IAM  appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM International President Brian Bryant, Midwest Territory General Vice President Sam Cicinelli, and Resident General Vice President Jody Bennett recently joined District 837 members on the Boeing Defense strike line in the St. Louis area. Their visit brought energy, solidarity, and a clear message: the full strength of our union stands behind the 3,200 IAM The post IP Bryant, IAM International Leaders Visit Picket Line to Stand Shoulder-to-Shoulder with Striking District 837 Members at Boeing appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM Union International President Brian Bryant has appointed Ivy Geilker as a Special Representative for the IAM Healthcare Department under IAM Resident General Vice President Jody Bennett. The appointment is effective September 1, 2025. Geilker has won multiple hard-fought organizing campaigns since she started with IAM Healthcare as an Associate Organizer. These new members of The post Ivy Geilker Appointed IAM Healthcare Special Representative appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

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Dear IAM Family, As we celebrate Labor Day, I want to take a moment to recognize and honor the incredible contributions of members like you across our union and beyond. Labor Day is not just any other holiday—it’s a powerful reminder that we are the backbone of our society, the builders of our economy, and The post Happy Labor Day Weekend from the IAM Union! appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM Union Local 2003 recently held its third annual “Stakes at the Gate” political forum on Saturday, Aug. 16, drawing union members, community leaders, and residents across the area. The event, hosted at the IAM Local 2003 Union Hall in Daleville, provided a platform for more than 25 candidates from city council, mayoral, state, and federal races to The post Alabama Local 2003 Hosts Third Annual ‘Stakes at the Gate’ Political Forum appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM Union Midwest Territory General Vice President Sam Cicinelli and IAM Union Local 701 Directing Business Representative Mark Grasseschi, along with other IAM Union leaders, recently toured C. Cretors and Company, a family-owned manufacturer in Wood Dale, Ill., known worldwide for its legendary popcorn machines. For generations, IAM Union members at Cretors have proudly built The post IAM Union Midwest Territory Tours Historic C. Cretors & Company, Home of World-Famous Popcorn Machines appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

The Winpisinger Center is soliciting entries for the 2026 Chris Wagoner Memorial Leadership Grant. The Grant provides financial support for locals that want to send current and emerging leaders to Leadership training but lack the resources to do so. Official Circular 908, which established the Grant, provides funding to one Local from each IAM Territory annually. The post Applications for the 2026 Chris Wagoner Memorial Leadership Grant due November 30 appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM Union-made NextGen Acela high-speed trainsets are beginning regular service on the Northeast Rail Corridor today. It comes after months of testing the new trains, which can run as fast as 160 miles per hour on the current rail infrastructure. WATCH: Acela’s Next Generation of Trains Hit the Tracks NBC Today Show The Avelia Liberty trains tout The post New, State-of-the-Art IAM-Made Acela Trains Begin Amtrak Service appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

The IAM Wood Pulp & Paper Council (WPPC) fired up the grills online this year, hosting its annual Chillin’ & Grillin’ for GDA Virtual BBQ Competition in support of the IAM’s favorite charity, Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines (GDA | TLC). Watch the video recap here. The excitement and spirit of community came through as 20 The post IAM Wood Pulp & Paper Council Hosts Virtual BBQ, Raises Over $20,000 for Guide Dogs of America appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

The International Labor Communications Association will hold its biennial convention this year in New Orleans from Nov. 18 to 20, 2025. This three-day event includes community service and networking receptions, the ILCA awards, and a robust schedule of panels and workshops around a theme befitting the times to be announced soon. The ILCA supports labor communicators in The post International Labor Communications Associations Will Hold Biennial Convention in New Orleans appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→