Yesterday, TCU and BRC joined the rest of rail labor in celebrating the finalizing of the two-person crew rule. The new rule will require most trains to have a minimum of two crew members, significantly improving operating crew safety as well as the safety of communities our trains pass through. “Common sense tells us that
Our April TCU Veteran of the Month is Brother Nicholas Contreras. Brother Contreras was drafted and served in the United States Army from March 1954 to March 1956. During his service, he completed 16 weeks of Basic and Advanced Infantry Training in Fort Bliss, Texas, and was stationed in Pittsburg, PA. Brother Contreras has been
TCU/IAM’s Local Lodge 6114 Local Chairman John Dancer’s son, Will Dancer, has recently had some huge accomplishments on the basketball court. On February 10, 2024, Will Dancer and his team won the 2024 Home School League Arkansas State Championship 16u Division. In addition to winning the Championship, Will was selected for the State All-Star Team.
Last week, TCU and Carmen Division leaders attended the Federal Railroad Administration’s 2nd annual Rail Share Conference in Kansas City to engage directly with industry and government leaders on rail safety issues. Speaking to a packed audience of FRA officials and Class 1 railroad managers and executives, TCU National Legislative Director Dave Arouca led
On November 20, 2023, the Norfolk Terminal Safety Committee held its first Virginia Beach Community Development Corporation (VBCDC) Thanksgiving Charity Drive to support the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program. TCU Lodge 500 Local Chairman and Unit 96 Division Chairman William “Scooter” Stocks Jr. spearheaded this charity drive. The delivery was assisted by BRC
Today, the Cooperating Railway Labor Organizations (CRLO) met with the National Carrier’s Conference Committee (NCCC) to review rate recommendations by United Healthcare. The monthly contribution rate for our members covered under the National Freight Health and Welfare Plan will remain unchanged throughout 2024. It will remain at the current 15% or $309.21. “Keeping the
TCU Press Release – Sept 17, 2023 Rockville, MD – TCU & Brotherhood of Railway Carmen (BRC) mourn the loss of CSX Carman Fred Anderson who was fatally injured while on duty earlier today in Walbridge, Ohio. “These tragedies are very painful reminders that the work our members perform is dangerous and unforgiving. My deepest
To show our appreciation and gratitude for our members who have served our country, National President Maratea would like to highlight TCU Veterans. Each month, a veteran TCU member, who has been nominated, will be chosen to be highlighted. Our September Veteran of the Month is Brother Ronald Elza of LL 6793. Ronald served
On August 11, 2023, Congressman Sean Casten, Illinois 6th District, visited the Belt Railroad Shop in Chicago. Assistant National Representative Keith Schlamadinger had the opportunity to introduce the Congressman to some of our Carmen on duty in the shop. They discussed the Railway Safety Act, one-minute car inspections, lack of manpower, sick days, and the
TCU Carmen Division National Representative Jason Cox has negotiated an agreement to cover work boots for the Carmen on CSX. This is the first time on CSX we have an agreement to cover work boots. “I want to thank NR Cox for negotiating this agreement. This will provide our members with a good quality
