August 15, 2025 – Statement from TCU/IAM National President Maratea on LIRR Bargaining Updates: “Earlier this week, we received a proffer of arbitration from the National Mediation Board, which is the next step outlined under the Railway Labor Act. I have rejected this offer and expect to be released from mediation soon. The Long Island
On Wednesday, August 13th, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) sent termination notices to all members of the Rail Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC), including the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen Division’s (TCU-BRC) three sitting members. No explanation was given in the termination letters. Press statements from the Department of Transportation (USDOT) later mentioned that they were terminating
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July 28, 2025 – The TCU/IAM family proudly wishes a very happy 90th birthday to Brother Bob Wojtowicz, retired General President of the Carmen Division. Brother Wojtowicz dedicated his life to improving the lives of railroad workers across the country. His decades of service and leadership helped shape the strength and solidarity of our union,
July 14, 2024 – The Unions for Jobs & Environmental Progress (UJEP) Coalition submitted comments today offering a realistic vision for repealing the carbon pollution standards promulgated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “TCU will always fight for our members’ jobs – regardless of the politics. We didn’t like the EPA rule when it initially
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WASHINGTON, May 31, 2025 – Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), and Artie Maratea, TCU/IAM National President, issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of Labor’s plan to effectively end the majority of Job Corps programs by June 30, 2025: “4,500 current students were
TCU/IAM National President Maratea’s statement on the recent DOL announcement: “I’m deeply saddened by the Administration’s announcement to effectively cancel Job Corps programs as of June 30th. Thousands of at-risk youth rely on this program every year to help lift themselves out of poverty. TCU has operated a small but advanced training program
May 28, 2025 – Members of TCU Lodge 6205 and their families gathered at the North Carolina Transportation Museum for a day of celebration, camaraderie, and remembrance during a special Family Day event. Members from the Charlotte Roadway Shop—representing eight different unions— were invited to join in the festivities. Attendees enjoyed scenic train rides, toured
