Tomorrow, November 7th, is Election Day! We believe that you should be the one who chooses the elected officials who will represent your community and fight for working people and families. Remember to vote today (if you haven’t already cast your ballot early). “Voting union at the ballot box gives you power at the bargaining
Yesterday, the LA Metro Board of Directors unanimously approved the recommendation to bring the current Ambassador Program in-house instead of utilizing third parties to perform this work. As a result, LA Metro will begin to hire the necessary manpower to do this work. This will create hundreds of good union jobs, many of which
Today, the Cooperating Railway Labor Organizations (CRLO) met with the National Carrier’s Conference Committee (NCCC) to review rate recommendations by United Healthcare. The monthly contribution rate for our members covered under the National Freight Health and Welfare Plan will remain unchanged throughout 2024. It will remain at the current 15% or $309.21. “Keeping the
The ratification process for members working under the ASWC Agreement on Amtrak has begun and will continue through November 10th. “This TA provides significant wage increases, protects our great healthcare with no increased monthly cost, provides additional paid time off, and secures much-needed work rule improvements. This is a great agreement, and I am
TCU/IAM congratulates Ed Dowell on his newly elected position as ATDA President. “Congratulations to President Dowell. I have known and worked with Ed for many years and know he is an effective labor leader who will do a great job leading the ATDA. Being the successor to Leo McCann is no small task. Leo is
Don’t miss out on the Union Plus Cash Back shopping program. TCU/IAM members and their families can earn up to 40% in cash back on Halloween costumes, décor, candy, and more! Learn how by clicking here: UnionPlusShopping.org Planning a vacation? Need a place to stay for a last-minute business trip? The Union Plus Hotel Discount
Our October TCU Veteran of the Month is Brother Tom Wertenberger of LL 1908. Tom served in the United States Navy for 27 years from 1967 to 1994. He served on destroyers, cruisers, and amphibious ships as well as staffs. During his service, he held a myriad of positions such as Gunnery Officer, First Lieutenant,
The payment of a railroad retirement annuity can be affected by entitlement to social security benefits, as well as certain other government benefits. Such dual entitlement, if not reported to the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB), can result in annuity overpayments which have to be repaid, sometimes with interest and penalties. The following questions and answers
Union Plus is here to help you save time and money during the busy back-to-school season! With the Union Plus Cash Back shopping program, TCU/IAM union members can earn up to 40% cash back from more than 5,000 online shops. Learn how: www.unionplus.org/btsshopping. Want to save more on home and auto insurance? Union Plus connects
To show our appreciation and gratitude for our members who have served our country, National President Maratea would like to highlight TCU Veterans. Each month, a veteran TCU member, who has been nominated, will be chosen to be highlighted. Our September Veteran of the Month is Brother Ronald Elza of LL 6793. Ronald served
