Drummac Workers are Fighting for a Living Wage

DID YOU KNOW? Amtrak contracts with a company called Drummac to safely load and unload vehicles from their auto trains. Add your email to join the cause and help these workers get the wages they deserve.

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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.

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2025 Fringe Benefits

Cost of Wages and Fringe Benefits as of January 2025 for Carmen and Clerks.

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TCU and IAM Release Statements Opposing the FAA Reauthorization Bill

TCU/IAM President Bob Scardelletti and IAM International President Tom Buffenbarger released statements criticizing a Congressional proposal that provides long-term Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) funding at the expense of railroad and airline workers’ rights to join unions. TCU/IAM and IAM also sent joint letters to each member of the House and Senate urging them to pass

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The Railroad Employees National Health and Welfare Plan Has Released Information on Health Discount Programs

The discount program’s include dental, vision, wellness and fitness, nutrition counseling, stress reduction and even help with quitting smoking. The information is separated into four sections: Look better, feel better and save money Save by utilizing the wellness resources available to you How to get your discounts and start saving today Experience the benefits of

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Democrats, FRA and Secretary of Transportation Still Support High Speed Rail

Democrats on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee spoke out recently over Chairman John L. Mica’s call to refocus passenger rail funding. They continued the support for the Obama administration’s vision for a nationwide high-speed rail program. “I’m glad this committee wasn’t in charge when the Eisenhower Interstate System was developed,” Rep. Corrine Brown, D-Fla., said at

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RRB Releases Q&A for Appeals Procedures

Persons claiming retirement, disability, survivor, unemployment or sickness benefits from the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) have the right to appeal unfavorable determinations on their claims. The questions and answers describe the appeals process for persons whose claims under the Railroad Retirement Act or Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act are denied, or who are dissatisfied with decisions

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