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WASHINGTON, D.C., Aug. 15, 2025 – The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) Rail Division released the following statement condemning the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) decision to terminate the appointments of Josh Hartford, Special Assistant to the IAM Union International President and Don Grissom, TCU/IAM National Vice President and Carmen General The post IAM Rail Division Condemns DOT Decision to Remove Workers’ Voice from Railroad Safety Advisory Committee appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM Union members working at Atlantic Aviation Teterboro (TEB) have overwhelmingly ratified a new collective bargaining agreement, securing significant improvements in wages, benefits, and working conditions. The newly ratified agreement, negotiated by IAM District 142, includes: Wage increases for all levels and classifications $1,500 signing bonus Retroactive pay to the expiration of the contract Premium The post IAM Union Members at Atlantic Aviation Teterboro Overwhelmingly Ratify Strong New Contract appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, Aug. 15, 2025 — The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), the largest defense and aerospace union in the United States, is calling on Texas U.S. Senators and U.S. Reps. Michael Cloud and Vincente Gonzalez to act immediately to stop the planned layoffs of nearly 900 workers at the Corpus The post IAM Union Urges Texas Congressional Delegation to Halt Job Cuts at Corpus Christi Army Depot appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM Union members recently attended the A. Philip Randolph Institute’s (APRI) 54th Annual Education Conference. The theme “We Were Built For This” echoed throughout the conference, emphasizing the labor movement’s shared commitment to continue fighting for civil and human rights for all people. Flickr Album Facebook Album/Post X post “The APRI and the IAM share The post IAM Union Members Stand United at APRI Conference appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14, 2025 – Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), released the following statement on the 90th Anniversary of Social Security:  “On the 90th anniversary of Social Security, the IAM Union is reaffirming its commitment to protecting and strengthening the program that millions of working families The post IAM Union Marks 90 Years of Social Security, Vows to Keep Fighting for Dignified Retirements for Working People appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

The IAM Midwest Territory and District 77 celebrated a milestone this past Sunday with the 25th Annual Guide Dogs of America (GDA) Charity Golf Tournament, the “John Massetti Memorial,” in Minnesota. Fifty-six golfers hit the course, raising more than $15,000 for the Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines. The day also featured over The post 25th Annual District 77 GDA Charity Golf Tournament Raises Over $15,000 for Guide Dogs appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) recently sent letters (Senators and Representatives) urging members of Missouri’s Congressional delegation to stand with more than 3,200 IAM District 837 members currently on strike at Boeing Defense facilities in St. Louis, St. Charles, Mo., and Mascoutah, Ill. In the letters The post IAM Union Urges Missouri Congressional Delegation to Support Striking Boeing Defense Workers appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM Local 1363 members who work for the Catholic Diocese in Youngstown, Ohio recently ratified their first contract. It was a collective bargaining agreement that had been 16 months in the making. “This agreement represents not only improved terms, but also the beginning of a renewed commitment to job responsibilities, accountability, and employment security,” said The post IAM Local 1363 Members Win First Contract with Youngstown, Ohio Catholic Diocese  appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

French Canadian IAM Union members and representatives recently attended leadership training at the Winpisinger Education and Technology Center.  Heath Hayslip, an IAM Union member from Montreal, discusses his experience at the Leadership I course, highlighting topics like union history, structure, and grievance resolution, culminating in a simulated general assembly.  Alessandro Bernardelli, Montreal District 11 Directing The post French Canadian Activists Take Leadership Training at Winpisinger Center appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

For the fifth straight year, the IAM Local 1746 Women’s Committee and the IAM Union Eastern Territory have partnered with East Hartford Public School in Connecticut to help with a backpack rally event by collecting donations, packing backpacks, and participating as a vendor on the distribution day. IAM Union Local 1746 and IAM Union Eastern The post IAM Local 1746 Helps Kids in East Hartford, CT appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM International President Brian Bryant, a former pipefitter at Bath Iron Works (BIW) and proud member of Local S6, recently led a delegation of IAM leadership on an in-depth tour of the historic shipyard. More than 4,000 IAM-represented members of Local S6 are building some of the U.S. Navy’s most advanced battleships at BIW. Bryant The post IAM Union International Leadership Tours Bath Iron Works Shipyard and Training Center, Witnesses Craftsmanship of Local S6 Membership appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

The IAM’s New Jersey State Council (NJSC) held its annual meeting bringing together over 100 IAM Union leaders, political advocates, and members from across the Garden State to strategize around pro-worker legislation and prepare for the critical 2025 gubernatorial election. Watch video here. View photos from the New Jersey State Council. The NJSC is a The post IAM New Jersey State Council Focuses on Pro-Worker Legislation, 2025 Election  appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM District 77 members recently volunteered to support the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MAC-V), continuing a strong tradition of giving back to those in need. IAM members from Locals 469, 737, 1575, and 112 – alongside IAM Midwest Territory staff and retired Midwest Territory Chief of Staff Luther Williams – joined forces to help The post IAM District 77 Members Lend a Hand to Minnesota Veterans appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

TOLEDO, Ohio, Aug. 9, 2025 – Approximately 84 members of the IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) Local 1297 (District 54) at Libbey Glass in Toledo voted overwhelmingly Saturday to reject the company’s contract offer and go on strike beginning on Friday, Aug. 22 at 11:59 p.m. ET. IAM Union members cite unfair The post IAM Union Members at Toledo’s Libbey Glass Vote to Reject Company Contract Offer, Strike for Fairness appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→