Kelly Endorses Bipartisan Bill Boosting Aviation Infrastructure
The Facts - Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2498, a bipartisan bill increasing investment in Kansas' public airports. The bill increases annual funding for the Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP) from $5 million to $15 million. Additional resources will support initiatives such as pavement improvement, safety enhancements, and automated weather observation systems. TOPEKA— Governor […]
Mercedes Alabama Workers to Hold Union Vote May 13-17 - UAW
The Facts - 5,000 Mercedes employees will have the chance to vote for their union at an in-person election at the Mercedes plant in Vance, Alabama from May 13 to 17. Workers at both the Mercedes and Volkswagen plants could potentially unionize, meaning nearly 10,000 autoworkers across the South could join UAW within a month. […]
Arizona Teamsters Warn Cruise: Keep Off Our Roads
The Facts - Cruise's autonomous vehicles are criticized as unsafe to operate in Arizona. They have a troubling record of incidents including collisions and near-misses. Teamsters Union urges for transparency and comprehensive safety data from Cruise. Company’s Autonomous Vehicles Are Unsafe, Not Fit to Operate in Arizona Press Contact: Matt McQuaid Phone: (202) 624-6877 Email: mmcquaid@teamster.org (PHOENIX) […]
Assembly Committee Passes AV Safety Bills Backed by Teamsters
The Facts - The California Assembly Transportation Committee passed Teamsters-supported bills AB 2286 and AB 3061, regulating autonomous vehicles. AB 2286 requires a trained human operator in self-driving trucks over 10,000 pounds; AB 3061 requires AV companies to publicly report incidents involving their vehicles. These bills aim to protect good jobs and public safety, as […]
UAW's New Video Hits Daimler's Profit-hoarding Ahead of Worker Stand-Up
The Facts - Daimler Truck's record profits are not being shared with workers but are instead benefiting wealthy investors. Daimler made nearly $6 billion in 2023, with over half of the profits generated in North America. Daimler Truck workers are preparing to strike for fair pay and job security after a 90% profit increase over […]
AFL-CIO President Lauds Vital Safeguards for Miners Against Silica Exposure
The Facts - AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler applauds President Biden's final rule on miners' safety. The rule aims to fight against respiratory diseases caused by silica in the workplace. Shuler appreciates acting Labor Secretary Julie Su's leadership on miner's protections. AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler commends the final ruling by the Mine Safety and Health Administration […]
San Francisco Human Rights Commission Welcomes New Teamsters Head
The Facts - Robert Sandoval, President of Teamsters Local 350, is appointed as a commissioner of the San Francisco Human Rights Commission. The San Francisco Human Rights Commission serves to further racial solidarity, equity, and healing in alignment with the city's anti-discrimination laws. Teamsters Local 350, chartered on October 8, 1936, represents members in various […]
Saunders: 911 SAVES Act to Award Permanent Recognition to Dispatchers
The Facts - AFSCME President Lee Saunders recognizes National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, April 14-20, 2024. He highlights the importance and challenges of the 911 dispatcher's role in emergency response coordination. Saunders calls on Congress to pass the 911 SAVES Act, enabling better funding, training, and recruitment for dispatchers. AFSCME President Commemorates National Public Safety […]
Rails to Trails: Active Transportation Investment Program Factsheet
The Facts - Communities across the US are developing active-transportation networks to improve safety and reduce environmental impact. The Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP) supports these initiatives, but requires more funding to reach its full potential. Investing in active-transportation infrastructure is effective, as shown by the success of the Nonmotorized Transportation Pilot Program. Active […]
Teamsters Prolong Biggest US Strike Against Amazon
The Facts - Amazon delivery drivers are protesting low wages and dangerous working conditions. The workers have engaged with the Teamsters union and have extended their strike to over 32 Amazon warehouses in 10 states. The strike will continue until the company acknowledges the workers' union, reinstates union workers and commits to collective bargaining to […]
