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UAW Local 2317 to Vote on Strike Authorization as Contract Nears Expiration

Members of UAW Local 2317, who specialize in building drivetrains and custom gearing for Allison Off-Highway in Lafayette, Indiana, are scheduled for a strike authorization vote and a solidarity rally on Thursday, May 21st. This event precedes the expiration of their contract on May 22nd. The workers are advocating for cost-of-living adjustments (COLA), affordable healthcare, and fair wages from the multi-billion-dollar supplier.

In a recent video, UAW Local 2317 members express their concerns and demands for a fair contract. Earlier this year, Allison Transmission acquired the facility from Dana Incorporated for $2.7 billion. Over the past decade, Allison has recorded $7.7 billion in profits, with more than half of that amount allocated to stock buybacks and dividends.

David Green, UAW Region 2B Director, stated, “Our hardworking members have generated massive value for this company. If there’s money for Wall Street, there sure as hell is money for the workers that make the product day in and day out. The International UAW has Local 2317’s back every step of the way.”

Allison Off-Highway workers voice their concerns in the video, stating, “Allison is making a lot of money. So why aren’t we? We’re fighting for our slice of the pie. A decent wage, cost of living adjustments, healthcare we can afford, and real job security. Our contract expires on May 22nd, and we’re ready to fight for what’s right.”