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.
House Bill Provides Chance for Expanded, Long-term Highway/Transit Funding Legislation
Edward Wytkind, President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), of which TCU is a member, issued a statement in advance of a House vote on a short-term extension of expiring highway and transit investment programs: “TTD urges a YES vote on H.R. 2353, a short-term extension of expiring highway/transit programs that will keep pressure on
May OBS Union Meeting Seattle WA
Left to right. JC Collins, Eric Lawrence , Sue Campbell , NR Mike Miller, Melody Querio, Gary Young.
TTD – Expiring Highway/Transit Programs Should be Extended Only Through July
Congress Must Focus on Completing Long-Term Bill Edward Wytkind, president of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), of which TCU is a member, issued a statement regarding ongoing deliberations by lawmakers over passing legislation to extend expiring federal highway and transit programs: “Years of congressional inaction on a long-term surface transportation bill has harmed our economy.
U.S. DOT – Final Rule to Strengthen Safe Transportation of Flammable Liquids by Rail
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a final rule for the safe transportation of flammable liquids by rail. The final rule, developed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), focuses on safety improvements that are designed to prevent accidents, mitigate consequences in the event of an accident, and
Applying for a Railroad Retirement Annuity
Railroad employees who are planning to retire should be aware of what steps to take and what documents are required when applying for an annuity from the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB). Being prepared can prevent needless delays and ensure that payments from the RRB begin as soon as possible after retirement. Click here to read
TCU Releases – Constitution/By-Laws of the National Union – 2014
The TCU Constitution/By-Laws as revised by the 2014 TCU National Convention, is available here. TCU makes its Constitution/By-Laws of the National Union available to members either by downloading it by clicking the link above or, to get a bound version, members should send a written request to National Secretary-Treasurer R.C. Oathout at TCU, 3 Research
Union Pacific Railroad retaliates against another injured worker
OSHA finds retaliation by railroad, orders worker to be paid $100K An investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has determined that management of the Union Pacific Railroad added insult to injury when it blamed a worker in Roseville who was hurt on-the-job and then retaliated against him for reporting
TCU Supports Bill to Repeal ACA Excise Tax on Employer Health Plans Sooner Rather Than Later
This week in a letter, International President Buffenbarger urged Congress to repeal the 40 percent excise tax on high-value employer-sponsored health care benefits and for members to support Rep. Courtney’s bill to repeal the excise tax and further urged members to become a co-sponsor on the bill. Rep. Joe Courtney a critic of the excise
Mass Transit under Attack
The Highway Trust Fund, long an essential funding vehicle for both federal roads and mass transit systems, is under attack by some House Republicans seeking to strip protections from mass transit employees. The Highway Trust Fund is used to fund major transportation networks, including mass transit systems, and is facing a budget shortfall. Currently, 16%