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TCU Joins Members of Congress and Labor Leaders to Call for Rail Safety Reform on Three-Year Anniversary of East Palestine
Washington, DC – On the three-year anniversary of the East Palestine train disaster, Transportation Communications Union/IAM National Legislative Director Dave Arouca and National Legislative Representative Connor Vargo joined labor leaders, Members of Congress, and local elected officials to call on Congress to pass the Railway Safety Act and bring much needed safety reforms to the
TCU/IAM Executive Council Elects Katrina Coleman as New National Vice President
February 4, 2026 – The Transportation Communications Union/IAM is proud to announce that Katrina Coleman has been elected National Vice President by the TCU Executive Council, effective March 1, 2026. Sister Coleman brings nearly four decades of dedication to the labor movement and a proven record of leadership, advocacy, and service to TCU members. Her
February 2026 Union Plus Programs
Celebrate savings this February! Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway or a family winter road trip, enjoy stress-free travel with Avis. TCU/IAM Union members can save up to 35% off base rates and get a free upgrade with code UUGA037. Plus, sign up for Avis Preferred, the free loyalty program that offers fast app booking
TCU Applauds Legislation Supporting Transit Customer Service & Rider Safety
OAKLAND, CA – On Friday, January 30, Rep. Lateefah Simon (D-CA) announced the introduction of the Rapid Intervention and Deterrence for Enhanced Rider (RIDER) Safety Act, alongside representatives from labor and public transit agencies. The bill encourages the use of transit support specialists across transit systems by expanding funding availability for these important, customer-focused roles.
January 2026 Union Plus Programs
This year, Union Plus is awarding $300,000. in Union Plus Scholarships. TCU/IAM members, their spouses, and dependents can apply for a 2026 Union Plus Scholarship award. Students may start an application at any time and save their progress. The 2026 Scholarship application deadline is January 31, 12pm EST. This new year, give your pet a
TCU FIERCE Continues Third Annual Holiday Tradition
On December 23, TCU’s Women’s Committee founder and National Representative, Katrina Coleman, delivered Christmas presents to the Wilson family in Baltimore, MD, supporting four children ages 4 to 14. This visit marked the third annual Adopt-A-Family effort organized by TCU FIERCE, with generous support from local TCU lodges in the surrounding area. Coleman was joined by
BRC, Rail Labor Meet with U.S. Senators to Push for Rail Safety
This week, representatives of TCU’s Brotherhood of Railway Carmen (BRC) Division met with Senate offices in Ohio and Indiana to discuss ongoing safety issues in the Class I freight rail industry, as part of a broader rail labor effort to advocate for passage of the bipartisan Railway Safety Act. BRC National Representative Jason Cox and
TCU applauds bipartisan passenger rail assault protection legislation
Today, the Transportation Communications Union/IAM applauds the introduction of the bipartisan Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act (PRCPA) which would make it a federal offense to assault a crew member aboard a train, or service employees in a train station. These protections closely mirror the same federal protections given to airline crew members and airport workers.
Rep. Jimmy Gomez, 14 L.A. Region Members of Congress Urge Alvand Back to the Table, Warns Against Targeting
On December 19th, 2025, Representative Jimmy Gomez (D-Los Angeles) led a letter with 14 of his colleagues to Alvand Transportation CEO Victor Alvandi, urging the company to come back to the table and negotiate with the Transportation Communications Union (TCU/IAM) members who voted to organize more than a year ago. Bus drivers at Alvand Transportation
TCU Proudly Endorses Rep. Deluzio’s bipartisan “Thomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act”
January 6, 2025 – Today, the Transportation Communications Union (TCU/IAM) proudly endorsed Rep. Chris Deluzio’s (D-PA) bill, the “Thomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act,” which supports veterans in the workplace across the country. The bill would require employers with 50 or more employees to display a posting (similar to a