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IAM International President Robert Martinez Jr. Announces Retirement After Historic Career, as General Vice President Brian Bryant Named Successor

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgAugust 24, 2023Local News, News, TCU Blog

After nearly eight years leading the union, two decades on the Executive Council and more than 43 years of membership, IAM International President Robert Martinez Jr. has announced that he will retire, effective Jan. 1, 2024. IAM Resident General Vice President Brian Bryant will succeed Martinez as the IAM’s next international president. Martinez’s historic tenure

Congressman Casten visits Belt Railroad Shop in Chicago

By calavetinost@tcunion.orgAugust 12, 2023Carmen Division, TCU Blog

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

Union Plus Scholarships and College Educational Programs

By calavetinost@tcunion.orgAugust 3, 2023Member Benefits, TCU Blog

The Union Plus Scholarship Program application for courses beginning in the Fall of 2024 is now available at unionplus.org/benefits/education/union-plus-scholarships. The Program awards annual scholarships to eligible union members, current and retired, their spouses, and dependent children. The recipients are chosen based on outstanding academic achievement, personal character, financial need, and commitment to organized labor values.

Bloomberg Government – Railroads, Unions Form Rare Alliance Over Sickness Beneﬁt Cuts

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgJuly 24, 2023Legislative Outlook, Member Benefits, TCU Blog

A recent article published in Bloomberg Government By Lillianna Byington and Diego Areas Munhoz Nearly 6% cut to some railroader beneﬁts hits post-pandemic Congress faces tough path despite bipartisan support CLICK HERE TO TAKE ACTION Stop Cuts to Railroad Workers’ Benefits by Supporting the Railroad Employee Equity and Fairness (REEF) Act A recent cut in

Q&A: Applying for a Railroad Retirement Annuity

By calavetinost@tcunion.orgJuly 20, 2023Railroad Retirement, TCU Blog

Railroad employees considering retirement should familiarize themselves with the Railroad Retirement Board’s (RRB) annuity application process. Being prepared can prevent needless delays and ensure that railroad retirement annuity payments begin as soon as possible after retirement. Click here to read the questions and answers that describe the annuity application process for railroad employees and their

House GOP Budget is Devastating for Rail Workers, Retirees & Service

By calavetinost@tcunion.orgJuly 14, 2023Legislative Outlook, Local News, TCU Blog

The proposed funding levels from House Republican lawmakers would be completely devastating to railroad workers, rail safety, and railroad retirees. The bills propose to gut Amtrak and transit agencies, as well as the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB), among others. “These proposed funding levels are a slap in the face to railroaders – there’s no

JULY 2023 UNION PLUS PROGRAMS

By calavetinost@tcunion.orgJuly 11, 2023Member Benefits, TCU Blog

Do you have a story to tell about how you power America? Do you go above and beyond at work as a TCU/IAM member, or at home or in your neighborhood? Know someone else who does? Union Plus wants to celebrate YOU and every TCU/IAM union member in America. Enter the Unions Power America Contest

TCU Carmen Division Negotiates Work Boots on CSX

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgJuly 11, 2023Carmen Division, Local News, TCU Blog

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

On this day – Anniversary of the TCU-IAM Merger

By giffordk@TCUnion.orgJuly 6, 2023Local News, TCU Blog

On July 6th, 2005 TCU and IAM signed a historic merger agreement. The agreement brought together two of the strongest rail labor unions and created the steps that brought about the current IAM Rail Division. TCU joining the ranks of the IAM made both unions stronger and wove together the hopes and needs of a

TCU NVP WILLIAM DECARLO RETIRES

By calavetinost@tcunion.orgJune 30, 2023Local News, TCU Blog

July 1, 2023, marks the retirement of National Vice-President and National Legislative Director William “Billy” DeCarlo. Brother DeCarlo was a tireless advocate for TCU, on the property or on-the-Hill Billy constantly worked to improve the lives of TCU members. TCU wishes him and his family all the best as he heads into retirement. “Whether it

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