Illinois State Council of Machinists welcomes Governor Pat Quinn

Illinois Governor Pat Quinn laid out his 5 point plan to create jobs in Illinois at the State Council of Machinists conference in Springfield, IL.  “This is a choice between pay stubs and unemployment checks,” Governor Quinn says. “Under my plan, Jobs and Growth for Illinois, we will create jobs today and set the stage for longterm, sustainable growth over the years to come," said Governor Quinn.

Illinois Machinists perfect record in 2009 at Quincy Compressor

At the end of December 2009 Local 822 members at Quincy Compressor recorded "0" (zero) safety incidents. To recognize this fact the employer ran a full page advertisement in the local newspaper congratulating all employees.

2nd Annual "Spirit of the Midwest" Rides for Guides

The IAM Midwest Territory and Guide Dogs of America are proud to announce the "Spirit of the Midwest" Rides for Guides on May 15 & 16, 2010.

Wisconsin Gov. Doyle Praises IAM

In a State of the State address delivered earlier this week, Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle made special mention of last year’s high-profile fight to save jobs at the Mercury Marine facility in Fond du Lac, WI. Gov. Doyle praised IAM members and leaders who approved significant and divisive concessions to secure a pledge from Mercury to remain in Fond du Lac.

North Dakota Machinists radio show "The Solidarity Effect"

Kevin and Heather Murch of IAM Local Lodge 2525 have recently begun hosting a great 2 hour radio show in Fargo, ND called "The Solidarity Effect."  The show is a live "talk" show with in studio or call in discussions with guest speakers and airs on Fridays from 9 AM to 11 AM CST on 96.3 KNDS FM or streaming live audio at kndsradio.com.

Mechanics Local 701 rolls up 3 more organizing wins

When asked "How are you achieving so many organizing wins at First Student?," the answer from Local 701 Business Representative Armando Arreola was that "good news travels fast." "The bus mechanics at First Student are hearing about the contracts Local 701 is getting for their co-workers and organizing is becoming a 'slam dunk' when we are approached by the mechanics from their other facilities," said Arreola.

 

Wisconsin Governor Doyle signs historic labor in schools bill

After a 12 year fight to have labor history taught in Wisconsin schools, Governor Jim Doyle has signed Assembly Bill 172 into law assuring that students will learn labor history and collective bargaining.

"I'm happy to sign this bill so that Wisconsin students understand how important the labor movement was in creating some of the most basic workplace rights that Wisconsin families enjoy today," Governor Doyle said. 

Illinois Congressman Danny Davis meets with Midwest staff

The IAM Midwest Territory and Mechanics Local 701 were recently invited to meet with Congressman Danny Davis of the Illinois 7th district. The Congressman supports many issues important to the IAM and our members.

 

Illinois Congressman Gutierrez sends staff to visit Midwest Territory

Congressman Luis Gutierrez representing the fourth congressional district of Illinois, requested that his District Director and Legislative Assistant visit the IAM Midwest regional office recently.  Congressman Gutierrez's staff, Salvador Cerna and Nicole Dinis discussed many subjects and said the Congressman supports the issues of importance to IAM members.

Lodge 660 Right on Target with Labor/United Way Charity Trap Shoot

Organized labor in the greater St. Louis metro area and the United Way have worked together for years. This year the IAM and the area labor federations continued to grow the Labor/United Way "Trap Shoot Kickoff" success from last year.

Machinists Union Endorses Illinois Governor Pat Quinn

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) formally announced its endorsement of Illinois Governor Pat Quinn for reelection this morning, praising his commitment to maintain and grow good paying jobs for Illinois families.