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Look for the Union … Edible 03/20/19 - Teamsters Local 355 Mar. 20, 2019 | ORGANIZING | […] The International Brotherhood of Teamsters is one of the unions pushing to organize weed workers. Its drivers already transport legal weed throughout the state; now the union is pushing out into the fields and warehouses. At 1.

Waste Management Ratification Vote 03/20/19 - Teamsters Local 231 .

Today in Labor History 03/20/19 - Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen MARCH 20, 1865 — Michigan authorizes formation of workers’ cooperatives. Thirteen are formed in the state over a 25-year period. Labor reform organizations were advocating "cooperation" over "competitive" capitalism following the Civil War and several thousand cooperatives opened for business across the country during this era.

Congratulations Southern State! 03/20/19 - NJLESA Congratulations Southern State! Undefeated against all other law enforcement agencies ~ Best of luck in the playoffs as you strive for the championship title.

IBEW 396 Receives The Edwin D. Hill Award 03/20/19 - IBEW 396 Locals That Battled Energy Deregulation Scheme  Share First-Ever Edwin D.

Aerial Lift Training and Certification 03/19/19 - IATSE Local 478 We have a couple of lift classes scheduled for Saturday March 23 and Sunday March 24. Each class is a one day class that lasts around 8 hours. The Class will take place at SGPS Showrig in Elmwood LA and will start promptly at 8am each day. See the attached application.

Remembering Brother John P. Scott and celebrating his life. 03/19/19 - IATSE Local 478 We are remembering Brother John P. Scott and celebrating his life. The funeral is private. A memorial service will be held at on Thursday, March 21, from 7-10pm at Southport Hall (200 Monticello Ave, New Orleans).

No Way Out? Blocked Exits at UPS Warehouses Put Workers at Risk 03/19/19 - Teamsters Local 355 Mar. 19, 2019 | HEALTH & SAFETY | When Bill Davis complained about blocked exits at the United Parcel Service Inc.warehouse in Sharonville, Ohio, he says nobody at the company listened. But the Occupational Health and Safety Administration did. Davis’ complaint led to a proposed fine exceeding $200,000. On Friday, March 8, Davis was fired.

Unions Back Effort to Block Deportations; Create Pathways to Citizenship 03/19/19 - Teamsters Local 992 Mar. 19, 2019 | POLITICAL/LEGISLATIVE | Several major American unions have endorsed a bill introduced in the House March 12, that could protect more than 2 million people from deportation. The Dream and Promise Act (H.R. 6), sponsored by Reps. Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.), Nydia Velazquez (D-N.Y.), and Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.

Danbury BOE Secretaries & IT Employees Overwhelmingly Approve Tentative Agreement for Successor Contract 03/19/19 - UPSEU Danbury BOE Secretaries & IT Employees overwhelmingly approved terms of the Tentative Agreement for a new successor collective bargaining agreement during a recent ratification process. A major item during these negotiations was the health insurance.

AMFA Support Transport Workers Union Locals’ “American Airlines Should Care” Educational Campaign 03/19/19 - AMFA March 19, 2019 -- The Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) National Executive Council (NEC) fully supports the Transport Workers Union’s “American Airlines Should Care” Educational Campaign. AMFA appreciates and encourages efforts to educate the public on a user-friendly platform that exposes flaws in business practices that compromise safety.

1st Annual Chili Cook Off & Tasting 03/19/19 - CWA Local 7777 Come join us at CWA 7777 on Saturday May 18, 2018 at 2840 S. Vallejo Street in Englewood (Main Hall) from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Working Hard for our Members 03/19/19 - GCC/IBT District Council 4 District Council 4 has been working diligently in getting all our contracts ratified and out to our members. We had some contracts that were still pending from last year and we were finally able to finalize them in the first couple of months of this year. NWI Print Pro is one of our printers that is in Crown Point, Indiana (website: www.nwiprintpro.com).

ABAT MOU 03/19/19 - NEASO Here Ye, Here Ye, we now have a signed MOU of the former ASTO! This Assignment-Based Approved Time (ABAT) MOU memorializes and standardizes the process for utilizing hours during a Temporary Alternative Work Schedule (TAWS). You can go to NEASO.org to review the documents.

Unions Back Effort to Block Deportations; Create Pathways to Citizenship 03/19/19 - Teamsters local 570 Mar. 19, 2019 | POLITICAL/LEGISLATIVE | Several major American unions have endorsed a bill introduced in the House March 12, that could protect more than 2 million people from deportation. The Dream and Promise Act (H.R. 6), sponsored by Reps. Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.), Nydia Velazquez (D-N.Y.), and Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.

Unions Back Effort to Block Deportations; Create Pathways to Citizenship 03/19/19 - Teamsters Local 355 Mar. 19, 2019 | POLITICAL/LEGISLATIVE | Several major American unions have endorsed a bill introduced in the House March 12, that could protect more than 2 million people from deportation. The Dream and Promise Act (H.R. 6), sponsored by Reps. Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.), Nydia Velazquez (D-N.Y.), and Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.

Unions Back Effort to Block Deportations; Create Pathways to Citizenship 03/19/19 - Teamsters Local 888 Mar. 19, 2019 | POLITICAL/LEGISLATIVE | Several major American unions have endorsed a bill introduced in the House March 12, that could protect more than 2 million people from deportation. The Dream and Promise Act (H.R. 6), sponsored by Reps. Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.), Nydia Velazquez (D-N.Y.), and Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.

Strike ends on Day two at Central States 03/19/19 - Teamsters Local 743 ***Please be advised***Team Care workers at Central States Pension Fund, ended their strike Monday. Over 200 Teamster workers continued to show unity and strength on the second day of the strike.

Strike ends at Central Sates Pension 03/19/19 - Teamsters Local 743 ***Please be advised***Team Care workers at Central States Pension Fund, ended their strike Monday. Over 200 Teamster workers continued to show unity and strength on the second day of the strike. The contract will be up for a vote Tuesday, which includes full retro pay and all workers returning back to work.

Dash 4 Donuts Register Today!!! 03/18/19 - San Marcos Police Officers' Association The San Marcos Police Officer's Association is holding its 4th Annual Dash 4 Donuts 4 mile run on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at The Premium Outlet Mall. The run will start promptly at 8:00 am. Come on out, bring the family, enjoy a morning run, some donuts and lots of shopping afterwards!

Why Unions Must Bargain Over Climate Change 03/18/19 - Teamsters local 570 Mar. 18, 2019 | COLLECTIVE BARGAINING | […] What good is it to negotiate the assignment of overtime when the sky is on fire? Does a public employer really want to claim that its direct complicity in the potential collapse of civilization has no bearing on working conditions.

GOLF OUTING 2019 03/18/19 - Teamsters Local Union No. 142 Once again, we are glad to announce Teamsters Local 142 Stewards Council Golf Outing: WHEN: Sunday, June 9, 2019 TIME: 10:30 a.m. with a 12:00 p.m. shotgun start, Best-Ball: 4 Man Scramble, dinner to follow. WHERE: Turkey Creek Golf Course 6400 Harrison Avenue, Merrillville, Indiana 46410

Teamsters Local 142 BLOOD DRIVE 03/18/19 - Teamsters Local Union No. 142 There is a shortage of blood available in the Chicago land area. Blood only lasts 42 days and there’s no synthetic alternative. Patients need your help. Please come out and donate blood to help save a life.

Why Unions Must Bargain Over Climate Change 03/18/19 - Teamsters Local 355 Mar. 18, 2019 | COLLECTIVE BARGAINING | […] What good is it to negotiate the assignment of overtime when the sky is on fire? Does a public employer really want to claim that its direct complicity in the potential collapse of civilization has no bearing on working conditions.

March Membersip Meetings - Santa Fe 03/18/19 - New Mexico Hospital Workers Union .

Why Unions Must Bargain Over Climate Change 03/18/19 - Teamsters Local 992 Mar. 18, 2019 | COLLECTIVE BARGAINING | […] What good is it to negotiate the assignment of overtime when the sky is on fire? Does a public employer really want to claim that its direct complicity in the potential collapse of civilization has no bearing on working conditions.

President’s Message Staying Strong at the Bargaining Table and Beyond 03/18/19 - Los Angeles College Faculty Guild - Local 1521 Now, more than ever, community college faculty need to stay vigilant as we face challenges that threaten us. These challenges have come in the form of legislation that impact course offerings and  have a direct effect on faculty salaries, hours, and working conditions.

Guild Passes Unanimous ‘No Confidence’ Vote in Trustee Svonkin 03/18/19 - Los Angeles College Faculty Guild - Local 1521 The Guild Executive Board at its February meeting unanimously passed a vote of no confidence in LACCD Board of Trustee member Scott Svonkin, who will be up for re-election in November 2020. If Svonkin declares his candidacy, the Guild is asking potential supporters to withhold their endorsements.

Important Changes to FSA and HRA Accounts 03/18/19 - Los Angeles College Faculty Guild - Local 1521 Headline -- Important Changes to FSA and HRA Accounts  Your Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA) are transitioning from WageWorks to a new system administered by ConnectYourCare.

Stand with Your Union 03/18/19 - Los Angeles College Faculty Guild - Local 1521 .

New Meeting Location-Missoula 03/18/19 - IBEW Local 768 The meeting in Missoula is changing locations! We are combining the ATT/DTV and Inside Construction bargaining unit meetings into one. It will still be on the third Thursday of the month, beginning March 21st, 2019. The meeting will be held at the U of M in the TODD Building at 6:00pm.  See the campus map by clicking on the links below.

YRC Contract Update 03/18/19 - Teamsters Local 89 Mar 18, 2019 - Teamsters Local 89 has received an update from the IBT concerning contract negotiations with YRC. This agreement covers YRC Freight, USF Holland, and New Penn. In the update, which you can read here, the IBT reports that there has been slow progress on monetary issues. Talks are scheduled to resume this week. The current agreement is set to expire on March 31st.

AFL-CIO LEGISLATIVE UPDATE 3/15/19 03/18/19 - Laborers' Local 231 The Illinois House and Senate adjourned on Thursday this week.  Both chambers will convene on Tuesday, March 19th at 12pm.

Why Unions Must Bargain Over Climate Change 03/18/19 - Teamsters Local 888 Mar. 18, 2019 | COLLECTIVE BARGAINING | […] What good is it to negotiate the assignment of overtime when the sky is on fire? Does a public employer really want to claim that its direct complicity in the potential collapse of civilization has no bearing on working conditions.

TEAM CARE WORKERS VOTE TO STRIKE 03/17/19 - Teamsters Local 743 Teamster employees who work for TeamCare and the Central States Pension Fund have voted to strike. The rain and cold couldn’t stop over 200 Teamster employees from Standing Strong on day one of the strike. One of the major issues is production standards for call-center workers. The members will be back on the strike line on Monday, March 18, 2019 at 6 am.

TEAM CARE WORKERS VOTE TO STRIKE 03/17/19 - Teamsters Local 743 Teamster employees who work for TeamCare and the Central States Pension Fund have voted to strike. The rain and cold couldn’t stop over 200 Teamster employees from Standing Strong on day one of the strike. One of the major issues is production standards for call-center workers. The members will be back on the strike line on Monday, March 18, 2019 at 6 am.

RTC Schedule updates 03/17/19 - IUPAT local 10 The Western Oregon and SW Washington Regional Training Center has recently gotten a facelift, make sure to have a look.

SWA Agreement In Principle 03/16/19 - AMFA Local 32 After a week of mediation, including many long nights and early mornings, the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) and Southwest Airlines have reached an Agreement in Principle (AIP) on Saturday, March 16, 2019, toward a new collective bargaining agreement.

YRCW Negotiation Update 03/16/19 - Teamsters Local 776 YRCW negotiations were held this past week. Full details can be found below....

Joint Memo: AMFA and SWA Agreement in Principle 03/16/19 - AMFA March 16, 2019 -- After a week of mediation, including many long nights and early mornings, the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) and Southwest Airlines have reached an Agreement in Principle (AIP) on Saturday, March 16, 2019, toward a new collective bargaining agreement. We are very pleased with the efforts of both Teams to find common ground on a new contract that is good for our Aircraft Maintenance Technicians and for Southwest Airlines.

Senator Bernie Sanders to Join Striking UC Workers on March 20th 03/16/19 - IATSE Local 33 Senator Bernie Sanders to Join Striking UC Workers on March 20th

A Sign of Things to Come 03/16/19 - Teamsters Local 776 The Labor Wire March 13, 2019 One year ago today, the labor movement delivered an upset victory, sending an....

UAW 4911 Bargaining Update 03/15/19 - UAW Local 4911 Brothers and Sisters, In light of this week’s happenings at Sparrow, I would like to reach out to everyone as President of UAW Local 4911. It has always been my position to create stability and bring leadership to our Union. I assure you that our path to a contract has not changed despite the change of leadership at Sparrow.

HSEF CUSTODIAL FACT SHEET 03/15/19 - Hillsborough School Employee Federation What is happening? What does subcontracting custodial services mean? What are the details, such as employee pay & benefits, cost savings, etc? Hillsborough County Public School leaders are asking private companies, eager for multi millions in profits, to tell them what they already know concerning the numbers, services and costs of operations for custodial services. Read the REAL FACTS here!

PSAV Riggers Vote to join in union with Local 22 03/15/19 - IATSE Local 22 .

Nominations and Election of Officers 03/15/19 - International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Official Notice Boilermakers Local 104 Nominations and Election of Officers NOMINATIONS OF OFFICERS for Boilermakers Local 104 will be held on Sunday April 7, 2019 at 12:00pm at a Special Meeting for Filling of Vacancies. The meeting will be held at: Centralia Train Depot 210 Railroad Ave, Centralia WA 98531 in the Multi Purpose room reserved for this event.

AMFA - SWA Technician Negotiations Update #74 03/15/19 - AMFA March 15, 2019 -- This most recent negotiation session held in Dallas, TX over the past three very long days, March 12-14, 2019, concluded at 3:15am this morning without a final resolution. While we are disappointed, both sides worked hard and significant progress was made during this session. We are encouraged that our efforts have put an agreement within reach, and we are continuing to work on a deal that the members can vote on. We also are in the process of scheduling our next session, should it be needed, and are hopeful we can reach a conclusion to this long negotiation process.