The AFL-CIO reacted positively to the appointment of Rep. Hilda Solis as President-elect Barack Obama’s Secretary of Labor. In a brief statement, federation President John Sweeney said, “We’re thrilled at the prospect of having Rep. Hilda Solis as our nation’s next labor secretary. We’re confident that she will return to the labor department one of
From left to right: front row – Jerry Colomb, Troy Rivette, Eric Roberts; middle row – Kerry Simon, Bobby Tippie, Special Rep Johnny Flores, John Hunt, IR Danny Lancaster; back Row – Reggie Keller, Kenneth Jones, Gerry Scruggs Ten members from Local Lodge 6793 of Houston, Texas received checks from the TCU Disaster Relief Fund.
TCU and 10 other rail unions have won an arbitration award that will make the carriers change existing FMLA policies. The award states that the carriers’ substitution of FMLA leave for paid vacation and personal leave is a violation of the vacation and personal leave sections of the national collective bargaining agreement. No longer will
Our economy is in crisis, and now U.S. auto manufacturers are on the brink of disaster. A GM, Ford and Chrysler collapse will affect far more than just the auto workers. From parts manufacturers to every store in auto plant communities, millions of jobs are on the line if Congress fails to authorize funds to keep
All active members should know that the amounts of compensation subject to railroad retirement tier I and tier II payroll taxes will increase in 2009. The tax rates will remain unchanged. Click here for the 2009 RRB retirement and unemployment taxes update
Any person claiming retirement, disability, survivor, unemployment or sickness benefits from the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) has the right to appeal unfavorable determinations on their claims. Click here for the RRB appeals procedure Q&A.
The IAM has limited funds available to those members affected by the recent gulf coast hurricanes. Any member who needs assistance can download the form here and return it to International Secretary Treasurer Danny Biggs. Because funds are limited, the IAM wants to help first those who lost their homes or were unable to live in their
Major stories from the 2009 TCU Convention Healthcare A Main Focal Point of President Scardelletti at Convention Click here for more. Re-election of International Officers Click here for more. Rich Trumka Addresses TCU Convention Click here for more. Carmen Elections Show Pride and Unity Click here for more. Click here to view the July 28 Convention Summary. Click here to
The Railroad Retirement Board will begin phasing in nationwide toll-free telephone service starting in late November 2008 to provide customers with easy access to the agency’s field offices. First Phase Next Phase Updated February 11, 2009
Good news! The standard Medicare Part B monthly premium for 2009 will remain the same as it was in 2008. Click here to find out more.
