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Open Enrollment for members covered under the Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan GA-23000

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgSeptember 15, 2021Member Benefits, TCU Blog

It’s time for the annual Open Enrollment for members covered under the Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan (Plan) GA-23000. Railroad Enrollment Services mailed out materials for the 2022 Open Enrollment. Starting October 1 until October 31, 2021, members can securely access the Railroad Enrollment Services online at www.yourtracktohealth.com. Options available include enrollment in

Union Plus Program – September 2021

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgSeptember 1, 2021Member Benefits, TCU Blog

Since 1986, the Transportation Communications Union/IAM has endorsed the union member only programs sponsored by Union Plus. Over the years, Union Plus has expanded their programs from their beginnings with the TCU/IAM MasterCard program to now a wide range of money savings programs, all for union members only. TCU fully supports the programs available to

TCU Joins with Rail Labor and Amtrak in Supporting the Railroad Employee Equality and Fairness Act

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgNovember 20, 2020Member Benefits, TCU Blog

The current laws in place reduce the benefit amount available to those covered under railroad unemployment insurance. This act, if passed, will allow unemployed railroad workers to receive the same benefits as the general public. TCU supports the recent introduction of S. 4860, the Railroad Employee Equality and Fairness Act, which would undo harmful, ongoing

2021 Annual Open Enrollment GA-23000 Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgOctober 22, 2020Member Benefits, TCU Blog

It’s that time again to announce the annual Open Enrollment for members covered under the Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan (Plan) GA-23000. Members are starting to receive materials in the mail for the 2021 Open Enrollment. Between October 1 until October 31, 2020, members can securely access the Railroad Enrollment Services online at

Railroad Retirement Board Release Regarding Unemployment and Sickness Benefits Payable Under the Railroad Retirement Insurance Act (RUIA)

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgSeptember 4, 2020Member Benefits, TCU Blog

The Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) released a questions and answers that describes unemployment and sickness benefits payable under the Railroad Retirement Insurance Act (RUIA), their eligibility requirements, and how to claim them. In addition, it details how the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act, affects the RRB’s administration of benefits under

Change to the Flexible Spending Account for Members Covered Under (GA-23000)

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgJune 26, 2020Member Benefits, TCU Blog

MEMBERS COVERED UNDER THE RAILROAD EMPLOYEES NATIONAL HEALTH AND WELFARE PLAN (GA-23000) Change to the Flexible Spending account This is to make you aware of a change involving the Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan Flexible Spending Account. As a result of the COVID-19 crisis and the lack of access to physicians or to

AETNA SUPPLEMENTAL SICKNESS CONVERSION TO THE HARTFORD

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgJune 23, 2020Member Benefits, TCU Blog

This is to make you aware of an upcoming administrative change for eligible employees covered under the Supplemental Sickness Benefit (SSB) Plan for Shopcraft Employees. Effective August 1, 2020, the Supplemental Sickness Benefit Plan, currently administered by Aetna, will transition to The Hartford. Nothing about the SSB Plan currently with Aetna is changing, here’s what

June 30th – Spouse Audit Deadline Approaching

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgJune 12, 2020Member Benefits, TCU Blog

Only for members covered under the Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan: As of June 10, 2020, there are still over 8,214 railroad members who have NOT verified or provided valid documents to Railroad Enrollment Services. With these outstanding members, there are 8,214 spouses and approximately 1,600 step-children that will lose coverage at the

TCU Joins Rail Labor in Asking Amtrak to Increase Death Benefit for Employees Due to COVID-19

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgMay 8, 2020Member Benefits, TCU Blog

In a recent letter to Amtrak President and CEO William Flynn, Rail Labor asks for Amtrak to increase the death benefits for employees that pass away due to COVID-19. The letter states: Rail transit systems, railroads and bus operation systems in the United States are experiencing a crisis like never before. Transportation employees are facing

Optum is Extending Video Chat and Telephonic Service for Members Covered Under the Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgMay 1, 2020Member Benefits, TCU Blog

Until May 31, 2020 (unless extended by Optum), members can access mental health and substance use care from your provider through digital or telephonic means. In other words, instead of physical office visits, mental health and substance abuse care provider services may be received via online video or chat (including video capabilities on your phone)

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