Energy Dept. Finalizes Rule for Transformers, Major UAW Victory
The Facts - The U.S. Department of Energy finalised energy conservation standards for distribution transformers, preserving over 1,000 jobs. The new rule ensures a viable future for UAW-made steel to supply the transformer market. The Department of Energy's decision is praised for protecting American jobs and enabling U.S.-made electrical steel production. US Energy Department Finalizes […]
Teamsters Resolve Cencora/AmerisourceBergen Strike with New Contract
The Facts - Teamsters Local 150 members end their strike after ratifying a three-year agreement with Cencora. The new contract addresses workers' concerns over wages, health care, and paid time off. Cencora, formerly known as AmerisourceBergen, is the third-largest pharmaceutical wholesale and distribution company globally. California Warehouse Employees Achieve Victory Over Pharmaceutical Behemoth After nearly […]
California Allocates $1B for Bike, Pedestrian Infrastructure
The Facts - Caltrans plans to spend around $930 million over the next four years to enhance bike and pedestrian infrastructure in California. The plan, approved by the California Transportation Commission, will add 265 miles of new and improved bike lanes and more than 1,300 safety features by mid-2028. Funding will mostly come from the […]
UAW Accuses Mercedes-Benz of Violating German Supply Chain Law
The Facts - The UAW filed charges against Mercedes-Benz for violating Germany’s new global supply chain law. The violation includes Mercedes’ anti-union campaign against U.S. autoworkers, breaching workers' rights. If guilty, Mercedes could face massive penalties and bans on government contracts. Mercedes-Benz Faces UAW Charges for Anti-Union Campaign The United Auto Workers (UAW) has accused […]
Maine's First EV Charging Station Funded by Infrastructure Law Opens
The Facts - The first electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Maine, funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act introduced by President Biden, has been opened in Rockland. The EV industry is experiencing exponential growth worldwide due to increased focus on reducing greenhouse emissions, improved technology, and government regulations encouraging EV adoption. Challenges in […]
Oregon Bill Protecting Warehouse Workers Becomes Law
The Facts - Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has signed HB 4127 into law, aimed at improving worker safety in the e-commerce and warehouse industries by ensuring workplace quotas do not compromise workers' rights and safety standards. The Teamsters, a labor union, have praised the law, citing that it will protect workers from arbitrary production quotas, […]
Rhode Island Energy Secures $326M for Infrastructure Upgrades
The Facts - PPL Corporation's subsidiary, Rhode Island Energy, has been given approval by the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission to invest $326 million during the fiscal year 2024-2025 to enhance the state's electric and gas infrastructure. The approved expenditure includes around $300 million in capital investments, which will be used to improve the safety […]
UAW President, Workers Launch Daimler Truck Talks with Livestreamed Rally
The Facts - UAW President Shawn Fain will hold a rally in North Carolina with Daimler Truck workers as contract negotiations get underway for 7,000 UAW members. The workers are seeking fair wages and improved working conditions, with the current contract set to expire on 26 April. The rally follows a vote by 7,000 Daimler […]
Saunders of AFSCME honors retiring UNITE HERE's D. Taylor's legacy
The Facts - D. Taylor, president of UNITE HERE, is stepping down from his position. Lee Saunders, President of AFSCME, praises Taylor for his visionary leadership that has turned UNITE HERE into a powerhouse. Saunders further credits Taylor for increasing living standards for hospitality industry workers, making their jobs more respected and secure. AFSCME President […]
AFL-CIO's Liz Shuler Reacts to D. Taylor's UNITE HERE Resignation
TL/DR - D. Taylor has stepped down as the leader of UNITE HERE, an international union primarily for hospitality workers. Taylor, known for his organizing proficiency, built the union into a powerful collective, adding nearly 150,000 members and protecting workers from the impacts of automation. His successor will be Gwen Mills, the first woman to […]
