Job Insurance for TCU Members
With LECMPA job insurance, TCU members protect themselves from wage loss due to discipline.
Coronavirus Outbreak General Information from Health Advocate
What to Know The developing news about the coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak can be concerning. It’s important to remember that the risk to the general American public is still considered low by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The recommended course of action is to follow information from the trusted sources listed below. This
Changes in TCU Executive Council and Legislative Department
William DeCarlo- Vice President and National Legislative Director William DeCarlo was elected by the TCU Executive Council to take the position of Vice-President and National Legislative Director effective Jan 1, 2020. “Billy” started his career as Station Cleaner on Long Island Rail Road in 1978.He worked as a Travel Info Clerk, Ticket Clerk, Ticket Agent/Block
WRITE IN: Tell Congress to Pass PRO Act
The House is likely to vote on the Protecting the Rights to Organize (PRO) Act.
We’re asking you to help us urge all House members to vote “yes” when it comes up for consideration.
All Labor Has Dignity
Sisters, Brothers and Friends of the IAM, Like so many other social justice warriors, Dr. King realized that inequality is a threat to our democracy. He spent his life fighting and calling for economic justice. King realized that inequality is a threat to our democracy—right until the very end. As we pause to celebrate his
TCU Members – Register for IAM’s 2020 Presidential Endorsement Election
Don’t miss the opportunity to help choose who the IAM should endorse for the U.S. president. Register today and be a part of the decision. There’s a new process that gives IAM members the opportunity to vote online for a candidate of their choice. To do so, you must register to vote in our endorsement
Make it a Union-made Holiday Season
You can support your union brothers and sisters this holiday season by buying gifts, stocking stuffers and other items that are union made. Click here to see a list of products and accessories. It’s not too late to include union products on your gift list.
IAM Local 519 – Strike Contribution and Family Go Fund Me Request
From TCU President Bob Scardelletti: On October 13, 2019, 36 members of IAM Local 519 working for ASARCO, went on strike against a subsidiary of Grupo Mexico, in the small mining towns of Kearny and Hayden in Arizona. Click here to read the letter from Lodge 519 President Paul Shepherd containing detailed information on the
Long Standing Member of TCU Local 1908 Retires After 38 Years On-The-Job
On December 1, 2019 long time Walt Disney World employee and TCU Shop Steward Sylvester Jackson retired after thirty eight (38) years on the job. Brother Jackson began his career as a house person for Walt Disney World resorts in 1981. A few years later he joined the ranks as a TCU shop steward assisting
Machinists Mourn Loss of Former IAM International President George Kourpias
George Kourpias, who served as the IAM’s International President for eight years before retiring in 1997, passed away on Monday, Dec. 2, 2019. He was 87. Viewing will be on Friday, Dec. 6 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with prayers at 7 p.m. Funeral will be on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 12 p.m. Both
SEPTA-TCU Carmen Ratify Contract
On November 18, 2019, SEPTA Carmen overwhelmingly ratified a contract which spans the period of February 17, 2017 thru February 16, 2022. The first wage increase was effective November 24, 2019. “I would like to thank the members for voting and their perseverance to get this contract completed,” said TCU Vice President Artie Maratea. “I