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.
Drastic Transportation Cuts Voted Down in the House
The Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD) of which TCU is a member, issued a statement on the defeat of the Broun Motion to Instruct conferees on the Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2012 (H.R.4348). TTD had previously sent letters to every member of the house requesting that they vote no on the Broun Motion. The
John Ross TCU Local 805 President Will Retire in August 2012
Pictured above Patrice Tave, VP; John Ross, President; Local Chairman Mike Schicker John Ross started with BNSF one cold snowy windy night in February 1971 in St. Joe, MO as an yard clerk. From 1971 to 1988 he worked various jobs from yard clerk to crew hauler and even janitor for a while. John was forced
RRB Gets High Marks on Unemployment and Sickness Benefits
The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) earned a score of 81 in a recent American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) survey of individuals who applied for and received unemployment or sickness benefits from the agency. This is an increase of 6 points from the previous survey of this customer group in 2002, and almost 15 points
The Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan Release Informational Flyer
Why wellness? …. Why now?Small lifestyle changes may lead to big health improvements The flyer released by the National Railroad Health Plans discusses lifestyle changes and completing a personal Health Risk assessment that could make major health improvements. Click here to read the flyer.
House Should Adopt Transportation Buy America Motion
Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), of which TCU is a member, issued a statement in support of Rep. Nick Rahall’s (D-WV) Motion to Instruct Conferees on the Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2012 (H.R.4348). In the statement TTD President Ed Wytkind states, “Transportation labor wholeheartedly endorses a Motion to Instruct Conferees by Rep. Nick Rahall
Two Republican Congressman Defend Railroad Retirement
As a result of extensive lobbing efforts by TCU, IAM and other rail unions as well as the railroad industry, two republican Congressmen have come out to support Railroad Retirement, under attack in the current House budget as proposed by Congressman Paul Ryan (R-WI). In a letter Congressman Steve LaTourette (R-OH) and Congressman Spencer Bachus
Railroad National Health Plan Update
Employee Contributions Under National Health Plan Reduced to $198 Through June, 2016 Employees working on railroads covered by the national contract will see their monthly cost-sharing contribution reduced from $200 to $198 on July 1, 2012. The contribution rate will remain fixed at $198 until July, 2016, at which time it can go up to
RRB Offers Convenient Customer Service Options Through Online and Automated Phone Systems
The Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) has improved their website and implemented a nationwide toll-free number, 1-877-772-5772. The number allows direct communication with a representative in a field office. The website and number are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Click here to read the Q&A about these features released from the RRB.
OneRail Coalition Urges Proper Investment of 2013 Transportation Funding
As Congress considers Fiscal Year 2013 Appropriations for Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies, the OneRail Coalition, of which TCU is a member, sent a letter urging them to prioritize investments in rail infrastructure and operations that will create and maintain good domestic jobs, enhance productivity and the competitive position of the United
Republican Budget Targets Railroad Retirement Benefits
On March 29, Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives on a party line vote adopted the so-called Ryan Budget over the opposition of House Democrats. One of the Budget’s provisions states that railroad retirement benefits “are more generous than Social Security in many ways.” The Budget goes on to call for legislation to conform