Union News
UAW Workers Strike at El Paso's Penske Logistics over Bargaining Dispute
The Facts - Members of Local 286 at Penske Logistics have gone on strike due to unfair labor practices and the company's refusal to negotiate a first contract. The workers, who formed their union over a year ago, are seeking fair pay, paid time off, and better healthcare benefits. Workers are pushing for a raise […]
Teamsters Union Welcomes Shred-It Workers After Voting
The Facts - Thirty-four workers at Shred-It have joined Teamsters Local 1932 to negotiate better employment terms. Workers delivered a petition demanding recognition for their union and commencement of negotiations. The workers aim to improve their job conditions, wages, working hours, and healthcare affordability. Shred-It Employees Gear Up for Contract Negotiations After Joining Teamsters Local […]
NABTU Acknowledges Memorial Day 2024
The Facts - NABTU issued a statement in honor of Memorial Day 2024. The union expressed unity, gratitude, and remembrance for those who served in the armed forces. They acknowledged the commitment and selfless service of American heroes, and the values they protect. Memorial Day 2024: NABTU Pays Tribute to American Heroes Washington, D.C. – […]
Brenntag Pacific Teamsters Urge End to Employer Lockout
The Facts - Brenntag Pacific locks out 18 teamster workers, posing a safety risk. Teamsters reject Brenntag's contract proposal that included health care premium hikes. Brenntag violates the no-lockout clause and endangers plant employees. Lockout of Skilled Chemical Handlers by Brenntag Raises Significant Safety Concerns Teamsters Local 315 members joined political leaders at a rally […]
Webasto Employees Approve Contract with UAW Local 3000, Gain 51% Pay Raise
The Facts - Over 200 Webasto workers at a Michigan plant ratified their first contract with a 96% yes vote. The contract, negotiated with UAW Local 3000, includes raises up to 51% over three years. Workers will receive a $9 per hour raise and a $2,250 ratification bonus as part of the deal. Over 200 […]
UAW VP Mike Booth's Statement on GM Special Attrition Program Expansion
The Facts - In 2023 contract negotiations, an extra $50,000 was secured for eligible GM workers intending to retire under a program called the Special Attrition Program (SAP). Unlike the agreements with Ford and Stellantis, every GM worker eligible to retire during the contract’s duration can receive the $50,000 SAP, subject to negotiations. The eligibility […]
Teamsters Approve Waste Management Contract
The Facts - Members of Teamsters Local 533 have ratified a new five-year agreement with Waste Management. The contract includes wage and pension increases, improved healthcare benefits, and a fair bidding process based on seniority. The contract covers over 250 workers servicing Lyon, Storey, and Washoe counties. Teamsters Local 533 Members Achieve Notable Pay Raises, […]
UAW to Hold Unionization Vote for Amer. Folk Art Museum Workers
The Facts - The American Folk Art Museum staff is set to vote on unionizing with Local 2110 UAW due to lack of transparency and desire for fair wages and working conditions. Museum workers' movement to unionize has been growing, with employees from several institutions, including the Jewish Museum and Guggenheim Museum, joining Local 2110 […]
AFL-CIO Leaders Denounce SCOTUS's Disenfranchisement of SC Black Voters
The Facts - The AFL-CIO condemns the U.S. Supreme Court's approval of a congressional map in South Carolina that reportedly disenfranchises Black voters. The ruling is seen as a violation of the 14th and 15th amendments and an example of right-wing politicians using the judiciary to endorse racist policies. The AFL-CIO believes that a strong […]
5/22/24 BMW-RDC Update
The Facts - The bargaining committee met with the company and presented demands, including rejecting the company's proposal to shift start times and implement a stricter phone policy. A tentative agreement is in progress that will lead to the implementation of a Continuous Improvement Committee to ensure involvement in process changes and address unfair standards. […]
