Union Plus Programs for TCU Members
TCU fully supports the programs available for active and retired TCU members and their families. With the money savings programs available, in some situations, the benefits can offset paid union dues.
Tentative National Agreement Reached by the CBG
A tentative National Agreement has been reached by the six Rail Unions who comprise the Coordinated Bargaining Group (CBG). These six Unions are now in the process of submitting the Tentative Agreement to the specific ratification process of each Union. This is a major development in a long and contentious bargaining round with the industry.
Trump Nominates Former Rep. with Anti-Amtrak Record for Amtrak Board
President Trump has nominated former Congressman Lynn Westmoreland (R-GA) to serve a five-year term on Amtrak’s Board of Directors. This is very concerning to anyone that supports, rides, or works on Amtrak as Mr. Westmoreland has a long history of voting against the nation’s passenger rail carrier: On March 4th, 2015, he voted for the McClintock
Joint Labor-Management Letter Urges Increase to RRB Funding
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) joined together with TTD’s Rail Labor Division (which includes TCU) in supporting increased funding for the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB). The letter was addressed to Chairman Roy Blunt and Ranking Member Patty Murray of the Senate’s Labor HHS Appropriations Subcommittee. The RRB has been woefully underfunded for years. This has
United HealthCare Offers Emotional Support Resources for Las Vegas Tragedy
United Behavioral Health/Optum is offering an emotional-support helpline to anyone who may be experiencing stress and anxiety resulting from the recent tragedy in Las Vegas. The helpline is staffed with specially trained, mental health specialists and will remain open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for as long as necessary to offer support
Rail Passengers Group Publishes Report Supporting Amtrak
The National Association of Railroad Passengers (NARP) released a report this week detailing the complex nature of Amtrak’s national network while highlighting the necessity of long-distance trains. The report includes a section on jobs (see screenshot below) as well as a table (see appendix) outlining the various stations across the country that would close if
TCU Members Represented at Congressional Rail Hearing [VIDEO]
Earlier today, Larry Willis, President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, testified on Capitol Hill before the Railroads Subcommittee. In his testimony, Mr. Willis advocated on behalf of TCU/IAM members by calling for increased funding for Amtrak employees as well as adequate safety measures for all railroad workers. The hearing was focused on railroad infrastructure,
Open Enrollment for Members Covered Under the Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan Begins October 1st
Members will be receiving materials in the mail in the near future which will provide details of the 2018 Open Enrollment. During the period of October 1 until October 31, 2017, members can securely access the Railroad Enrollment Services online at www.yourtracktohealth.com/public/Login.aspx to review and make changes to their benefits or personal record for 2018.
Railroad Unemployment and Sickness Benefits Will Increase Due to Adjusted Sequestration Rate
Beginning October 1, 2017, the U.S. Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) will reduce railroad unemployment and sickness insurance benefits by 6.6 percent, down from the current 6.9 percent reduction, as required by law. The adjusted reduction amount is based on revised projections of benefit claims and payments under the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act. It will remain
Acting for Impaired Railroad Retirement Beneficiaries
According to Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) policy, every annuitant has the right to manage his or her own benefits. However, when physical or mental impairments make a railroad retirement annuitant incapable of properly handling benefit payments, or where the RRB determines that the interests of the annuitant so require, the agency can appoint a representative
TCU President Scardelletti Thanks Lodges and Members that Donated to Disaster Relief
In a recent letter to all Local Lodge Officers from TCU President Bob Scardelletti: We have all seen the devastating effects of Hurricane Harvey and now Irma. Many people have damaged homes, loss of property and injuries. We have many TCU Brothers and Sisters that have been affected by these storms. Both TCU Locals and