IAM District 19 officers and staff from several railroads participated in a newly developed course called the General Chairmen Critical Skills Program. The 11 attendees from across the country were instructed by Winpisinger Center staff and various guest speakers who came to brief the members on information and tactics they have found useful over the
Read moreIAM Rail Division leaders and members joined allies in labor for a historic, long-sought announcement from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) establishing a minimum requirement of two-person crews for most Class I freight and passenger railroad operations: The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) conducted a lengthy study and heard
Read moreOne year has passed since the tragic derailment of Norfolk Southern’s train in East Palestine, leading to severe toxic contamination that has profoundly impacted the community and its workforce. Residents and workers now grapple with deteriorating health conditions compounded by diminishing healthcare coverage. The cost of life-saving medical treatment has become an overwhelming burden for
Read moreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KANSAS CITY, Mo. – March 14, 2024 – The American Train Dispatchers Association (ATDA) will stage a protest outside the inaugural match at the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. The protest will coincide with the professional women’s soccer game between the Kansas City Current and Portland Thorns. Date: Saturday,
Read moreU.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is calling out the Association of American Railroads, a leading industry trade group representing the nation’s major freight railroads, for continuing to put profits over people and communities.
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