Job Insurance for TCU Members
With LECMPA job insurance, TCU members protect themselves from wage loss due to discipline.
Veterans Day Message from TCU President Artie Maratea
Since our forefathers founded this country, America’s military has battled to keep it, and to keep us, safe. To honor every veteran who has fought for freedom, Veterans Day became an officially recognized day of remembrance in 1954. On Veterans Day, we remember the fallen and pay tribute to those heroes who still fight. Please
Assistant National Representative Katrina Coleman Appointed to the TCU Education Committee
“I am proud to appoint Katrina to this role,” said TCU President Maratea. “I know she brings a depth of experience and strong leadership to the table. Our representatives and our members will benefit greatly from the work she’ll do on the committee.” She joins Special Assistant to the President Matt Hollis, Brotherhood Railway Carmen
TCU/IAM National President Arthur P. Maratea Joins AFL-CIO Executive Board
On the endorsement of IAMAW President Robert Martinez, TCU/IAM President Artie Maratea was appointed to the AFL-CIO Executive Council, filling the vacancy created by former TCU/IAM President Scardelletti’s retirement. The AFL-CIO Executive Council is comprised of Labor Leaders representing 12.5 million union American workers from all industries. The Council is instrumental in shaping the initiatives,
Statement from TCU President Maratea – Mandatory Vaccines Imposed by Rail Carriers
As you are surely aware, employers across the United States are mandating that employees be vaccinated against Covid-19 within the next few weeks. The rail industry is no different. As of October 2021, several carriers have established vaccination mandates and we expect many other railroads to follow. Providing a safe and healthy workplace is one
Open Enrollment for Amtrak Benefits Begins November 8th
Open enrollment for Amtrak benefits will be from November 8 – November 19, 2021. This is the time to make changes to your status such as adding a spouse, child, step child etc. Linked below is a copy of the post card that will be sent to retirees and a copy of a post card
TCU Local Chairpersons Gather for Advanced Leadership Training Seminar
Last week TCU Local Chairpersons from across the country participated in an Advanced Leadership Seminar. The training included classes on Disciplinary Hearings, the role of the Delegate, an Arbitration workshop and a Mock Union Meeting. Workshops were held by the Legislative, Constitution & Law, Industry Relations, Communications, Legal and Organizing departments. The Local Chairmen that
Tragedy on the rails highlights heroism of TCU crew
On the afternoon of Saturday, September 26th, Amtrak’s westbound Empire Builder suddenly derailed outside Joplin, Montana. A total of eight cars left the track, many falling completely on their sides. At least three people died in the accident, while fifty others were injured. 141 passengers were onboard as well as 16 crew members. TCU members
President Maratea Continues to Hit-The-Road Meeting with Members On-The-Job
TCU National President Maratea, National Secretary-Treasurer Stan Boyd, and BRC General President Rich Johnson visited members working on the job in Boston, Somerville and Houston. They met with members working at Amtrak, Keolis, Koppers and Union Pacific. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic TCU members have been working on the front lines, keeping the traveling public safe
Statement of TCU National President Artie Maratea on the Amtrak Empire Builder Derailment in Montana
Statement of TCU National President Artie Maratea: “Everyone at TCU was stunned and saddened to hear of the Amtrak Empire Builder derailment in Montana yesterday.
Statement on National Negotiations by the Coordinated Bargaining Coalition
September 22, 2021 — The Rail Unions comprising the Coordinated Bargaining Coalition (CBC), negotiating together in the current round of National Negotiations, have issued the following statement: As we advised in January of 2021, the CBC and the nation’s rail carriers have been at the bargaining table since the beginning of 2020. Since January, CBC