Category Archives: Member Benefits

RRB Operations to Continue During Government Shutdown

October 1, 2025 – We want to assure our TCU/IAM members that the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) will remain open and continue to process benefits without interruption. The RRB has confirmed that: Railroad Retirement and Railroad Unemployment & Sickness benefits will be paid on time. RRB field offices will remain open, although staffing levels may

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Letter from National President Maratea to TCU Membership on LIRR re. Government Shutdown

September 30, 2025 – Letter from TCU/IAM National President Artie Maratea: “With the looming government shutdown, I want to set the record straight: our Presidential Emergency Board (PEB) for the Long Island Rail Road is not impacted by any government shutdown. The process we are in will continue to move forward, regardless of what happens in

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Important Notice: Strike Preparation & Benefits Information for LIRR Members

Due to Governor Hochul’s failures, TCU/IAM must begin preparing for a potential strike on September 18, 2025. It is critical that all members take immediate steps to ensure they are ready. What You Need to Do: Sign Up for Unemployment Benefits: Here is the necessary information for members to apply for unemployment benefits. Our Social

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August 2025 Union Plus Programs

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