Union News
AFL-CIO Praises Biden's Rule Banning Chrysotile Asbestos Use
TL/DR - The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a new rule under the amended Toxic Substance Control Act to protect workers from asbestos. This rule, believed to be a landmark protection for workers, will phase out all current uses and imports of chrysotile asbestos, reducing exposure in workplaces and throughout supply chains. However, […]
NABTU Celebrates South Fork Wind Project Completion
The Facts - North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU) commends the completion of South Fork Wind. South Fork Wind is America's first commercial-scale offshore wind farm. Ørsted is recognized for their investment in local communities and contribution to America's energy future. Press Release: South Fork Wind, America's First Offshore Wind Farm Completed March 15, 2024 […]
UAW President Fain Advocates for 32-hour Week at Senate Hearing
TL/DR - UAW President Shawn Fain spoke to the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions about the need for a 32-hour work week with no loss in pay. He argued that despite advances in technology and increased productivity, workers are working longer hours than ever and often into later years in life. […]
UAW Members Battle to Preserve Future of PA Steel Town, Butler
TL/DR - Workers at the Cleveland Cliffs Butler Works steel mill in Butler, PA are opposing a proposed Department of Energy rule which they believe threatens jobs at the mill. The regulation would lower demand for grain-oriented electrical steel (GOES), used for electric vehicles and EV chargers, potentially affecting the jobs of 1,100 workers at […]
NABTU Responds to DOE's Thacker Pass Project News
The Facts - The DOE announced the Thacker Pass project, a step forward for America's economic and energy security. The Thacker Pass mine will develop the world's largest lithium deposit. NABTU will partner with Lithium Americas to enhance the nation's battery supply chains. ```html Department of Energy Announces Thacker Pass Project in Collaboration with NABTU […]
Teamsters Applaud SF for Backing Local AV Control Bill
TL/DR - San Francisco has passed a resolution in favor of Senate Bill 915 (SB 915), which will permit local governments in California to regulate autonomous vehicles. This move adds to the support from the Oakland City Council, Los Angeles City Council, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, and San Mateo County Board of Supervisors. […]
AFL-CIO Lauds Biden for Supporting Steelworkers, US Manufacturing
TL/DR - President Biden has called on U.S. Steel Corp. to remain American-owned and operated, a move supported by the AFL-CIO union federation. The President promised to back steelworkers and is using his Investing in America agenda to revitalize American manufacturing, focusing on building infrastructure and products domestically. Biden's stance is that ideas conceived in […]
Shakopee Teamsters Approve Contract, Prevent Strike
TL/DR - Teamsters Local 320 members at the City of Shakopee’s Department of Public Works ratified a new collective bargaining agreement that's retroactive to January 1, 2024. The three-year agreement includes a 14.5% wage increase over its life, Juneteenth as a paid holiday, and the option to join Teamsters Joint Council 32’s Health Fund. Before […]
Teamsters Ratify First Contract with Republic Services
TL/DR - Members of Teamsters Local 104 in Phoenix, Arizona have ratified their first collective bargaining agreements after facing anti-union tactics from Republic Services. The four-year contracts include a 19% wage increase, improved training pay, a 135% hourly rate for vacation, sick leave and holidays, and security for safety and seniority rights. The Teamsters, who […]
Liz Shuler, AFL-CIO President, Remarks on Equal Pay Day
TL/DR - AFL-CIO President, Liz Shuler, in observance of Equal Pay Day, emphasized the persistent gender wage gap, stating that it has largely remained unchanged for the past 20 years due to resistance from large corporations, the wealthy, and many Republicans. She highlighted the importance of unions in closing the wage gap, with women in […]
