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IAM Union District 6 Packs 25,000 Meals to Fight Hunger in Cedar Rapids

IAM Union District 6 held a HELPS event at Meals from the Heartland in Cedar Rapids, Iowa in which Local 1526 members and their families helped pack over 25,000 Taco Mac meals. When prepared, each meal pack contains six servings. Meals from the Heartland provides meals globally; however, these meals will be given to children The post IAM Union District 6 Packs 25,000 Meals to Fight Hunger in Cedar Rapids appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

IAM Union Boeing Defense Workers in St. Louis Send Strong Message With Overwhelming Strike Sanction Approval

Thousands of IAM members across Boeing facilities in St. Louis and St. Charles, Mo., and Mascoutah, Ill., are rising in unity and now, IAM District 837 members in St. Louis are making it clear they’re ready to join the fight for the fair contract they’ve earned. With negotiations underway, members are standing strong and prepared The post IAM Union Boeing Defense Workers in St. Louis Send Strong Message With Overwhelming Strike Sanction Approval appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

IAM Union Blasts Whirlpool Layoffs as a Betrayal of American Workers

AMANA, Iowa, June 28, 2025—The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) issued a statement following Whirlpool Corporation’s announcement of approximately 250 devastating layoffs at its Amana, Iowa manufacturing facility, which directly impacted IAM Union Local 1526 members (District 6). “Our hearts ache for every single member and family on Whirlpool management’s decision to lay The post IAM Union Blasts Whirlpool Layoffs as a Betrayal of American Workers appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

Ballot Placement Set for APWU Election of National Officers

June 27, 2025A drawing was held on June 27 to determine the order candidates’ names will appear on the ballot. Secretary-Treasurer Elizabeth “Liz” Powell has certified the union members listed below as candidates for national union office by referendum balloting, as mandated by the APWU Constitution and Bylaws. A drawing was held on June 27 to determine the order candidates’ names will appear on the ballot. Incumbent officers are listed first, with “(I)” appearing after their name. Secretary-Treasurer Powell cast one vote for candidates in uncontested races and the National Election Committee declared them elected, in accordance with the Constitution and Bylaws. Their names will not appear on the ballot. Download a printable copy of APWU News Service Bulletin with the ballot placement, here. Ballots will be mailed by the American Arbitration Association on or after Wednesday, September 10, 2025, but no later than Monday, September 15, 2025.   General and Administrative OfficersContinue reading

IAM Union Urges Missouri Senators to Reject Medicaid Cuts That Threaten Rural Hospitals and Workers’ Access to Care

WASHINGTON, June 27, 2025 – The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union), representing 600,000 active and retired members across North America, is calling on U.S. Senators Josh Hawley and Eric Schmitt to reject the Medicaid cuts proposed in the reconciliation package (H.R. 1), warning that the legislation would devastate healthcare access and put Missouri’s The post IAM Union Urges Missouri Senators to Reject Medicaid Cuts That Threaten Rural Hospitals and Workers’ Access to Care appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

IAM Union Urges North Carolina Senators to Reject Medicaid Cuts That Jeopardize Rural Healthcare and Working Families

WASHINGTON, June 27, 2025 – The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union), representing 600,000 active and retired members across North America, is calling on U.S. Senators Thom Tillis and Ted Budd to oppose proposed Medicaid cuts in the reconciliation package (H.R. 1) that threaten healthcare access for working families and could force the closure The post IAM Union Urges North Carolina Senators to Reject Medicaid Cuts That Jeopardize Rural Healthcare and Working Families appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

IAM Union Urges Maine Senators to Reject Medicaid Cuts Threatening Rural Hospitals and Workers’ Healthcare Access

WASHINGTON, June 27, 2025 – The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union), representing 600,000 active and retired members across North America, is calling on U.S. Senators Angus King and Susan Collins to reject devastating Medicaid cuts included in the current budget reconciliation package (H.R. 1). IAM Union International President Brian Bryant issued letters to The post IAM Union Urges Maine Senators to Reject Medicaid Cuts Threatening Rural Hospitals and Workers’ Healthcare Access appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

Celebrate Independence Day With Union-Made Products

This Fourth of July, choose union-made goods and enjoy delicious, high-quality products prepared by UFCW members. From union-made hot dogs and burgers to all the best fixings, we’ve got your table covered! Buns Bunny bread 151 Foods under Amoroso brand Beef Holten Meat Cargill and National Beef National Beef JBS Ground Beef Strauss Veal Fair […] The post Celebrate Independence Day With Union-Made Products appeared first on The United Food & Commercial Workers International Union.Continue reading

IAM Journal Feature: Flying High

This article was featured in the Summer 2025 IAM Journal and was written by IAM Communications Representative John Lett. For decades, the IAM Air Transport Territory has been the backbone of the IAM. It weathered the airline bankruptcies of the 2000s resulting from the 9/11 terrorist attacks. IAM Air Transport fought for its members and preserved The post IAM Journal Feature: Flying High appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

IAM Union Transportation Conference Closes with Energy and Enthusiasm

The IAM Union wrapped up its 2025 Transportation Conference in Las Vegas today. Over 800 IAM Union delegates, who work primarily in the airline and railroad industries, participated in the democratic process to attend committee meetings and vote on reports that set the agenda for the near future for IAM transportation members. View photos here. The post IAM Union Transportation Conference Closes with Energy and Enthusiasm appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

Oklahoma City Locals Join Forces to Lift Up Community Members in Need

IAM Local 850’s Women’s Committee, along with IAM Local 2909, recently partnered with Upward Transitions, an Oklahoma City nonprofit, for an outreach event as part of the charity’s 100-year celebration. Local 850 offered to host the “Gears and Shears” event at their union hall, where volunteers provided free haircuts, hygiene care kits, and a cookout-style The post Oklahoma City Locals Join Forces to Lift Up Community Members in Need appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

IAM Veteran Services Department Congratulates Local 1125 Retiree on VA Accreditation

IAM Local 1125 (District 725) member Bob Svenson recently received his long awaited notice that he has cleared the bar and is now a fully accredited Veterans Administration claims representative. He is now able to represent veterans seeking help with VA claims. The status is hard to achieve because it allows these representatives to act The post IAM Veteran Services Department Congratulates Local 1125 Retiree on VA Accreditation appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

Alaska Local 601 Human Rights Committee Stands Proud at Anchorage Juneteenth Celebration

The IAM Local 601 Human Rights Committee proudly participated in the city of Anchorage’s annual Juneteenth celebration, joining community members, elected officials, and organizations honoring this historic day in African-American history. The city of Anchorage hosted the Juneteenth event, which brought together a broad coalition of voices committed to celebrating freedom, resilience, and the ongoing The post Alaska Local 601 Human Rights Committee Stands Proud at Anchorage Juneteenth Celebration appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading

UAW Statement on New York Mayoral Primary Race

“The working class is done with business as usual. We were proud to be the first union to endorse Zohran because it’s time for a political movement that puts the working class first. Our members spoke out and turned out in a big way — and we’re just getting started. Congratulations to Region 9A Director Brandon […] The post UAW Statement on New York Mayoral Primary Race appeared first on UAW | United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America.Continue reading

UAW President Shawn Fain on NYC Mayor’s Race: “We don’t need another hack politician like Cuomo”

Ahead of Tuesday's primary election for New York City mayor, the UAW released a new video narrated by President Shawn Fain in an enthusiastic endorsement of Zohran Mamdani. The post UAW President Shawn Fain on NYC Mayor’s Race: “We don’t need another hack politician like Cuomo” appeared first on UAW | United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America.Continue reading

IAM Union & Allies Advocate for American-Made Ship Production

On Tuesday, IAM Union leaders, a congressional delegation and local shipbuilders gathered at Boston Ship Repair, an IAM-represented repair yard in downtown Boston, to call attention to the need to reinvigorate America’s domestic shipbuilding and repair industry. In recent years, global shipping companies have overwhelmingly chosen to use cheap labor and materials to source vessels The post IAM Union & Allies Advocate for American-Made Ship Production appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading