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Machinists Union Opposes Proposal to Cripple Voting Rights in FAA Bill
Sito Pantoja, General Vice President of Transportation for the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today issued the following statement criticizing a Congressional proposal that provides long-term Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) funding at the expense of airline and rail workers’ rights to join unions:
United Airlines Passenger Service/Reservation Election Dates Set
The National Mediation Board (NMB), an agency of the federal government, today set January 17, 2012 as the starting date for a five-week election that can establish the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) as the collective bargaining representative for 17,930 Passenger Service and Reservation employees at the airline formed by the merger of United Airlines, Continental Airlines and Continental Micronesia.
NMB Authorizes United-Continental Passenger Service and Reservation Election
The National Mediation Board (NMB), an agency of the ferderal government, has authorized a union representation election for the combined group of Passenger Service and Reservation employees at the newly-merged United Airlines, Continental Airlines and Continental Micronesia, all subsidiaries of United Continental Holdings, Inc.
Hytek Workers Win IAM Representation
By more than a two-to-one margin, 165 workers at Hytek Finishes in Kent, WA voted to join the IAM. The election capped a four-month organizing effort by Seattle District Lodge 751, initiated by Hytek employees who approached the District for help. The workers specialize in various types of metal finishing and coating for aerospace manufacturers, including Boeing, Lockheed and Bell Helicopters.
Hytek Workers Win IAM Representation
By more than a two-to-one margin, 165 workers at Hytek Finishes in Kent, WA voted to join the IAM. The election capped a four-month organizing effort by Seattle District Lodge 751, initiated by Hytek employees who approached the District for help. The workers specialize in various types of metal finishing and coating for aerospace manufacturers, including Boeing, Lockheed and Bell Helicopters.
14,100 United Airlines Ramp/Fleet Workers Win IAM Union Representation
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) emerged as the winner today in an election to determine union representation for more than 14,100 Fleet/Ramp workers at the carrier formed by the merger of United Airlines, Continental Airlines and Continental Micronesia.
Same Rules Same Respect
July 25, 2011 - Even as a Swedish company, IKEA has become a popular stop in the USA. But what many people don't know is that when on American soil, IKEA is playing by a very different set of rules than when at home.
Southern Territory Organizes C-130 Workers in Florida
One hundred and seventy six workers at Defense Support Services at Hurlburt Field in Fort Walton Beach, FL, voted recently to be represented by the Machinists Union. The workers perform maintenance and repair for the C-130 aircraft at the base.Machinists Union Sues South Carolina Governor, Labor Secretary Over Organizing Rights
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) is suing South Carolina’s new Republican governor over her pledge to use state resources to deprive South Carolina citizens of rights guaranteed by federal labor law and the 1st and 14th amendments of the U.S. Constitution.IAM Flight Attendants to Vote New Contract at Continental
District 142 today announced it has reached a tentative interim collective bargaining agreement with Continental Airlines on behalf of the carrier’s 9,500 Flight Attendants.IAM Flight Attendants to Vote New Contract at Continental
District 142 today announced it has reached a tentative interim collective bargaining agreement with Continental Airlines on behalf of the carrier’s 9,500 Flight Attendants.Striking Workers Declare Victory at Mott’s
Workers at Mott’s upstate New York applesauce plant declared victory after ratifying a new contract that restores wages and preserves the defined benefit pension plan.Western Territory Scores Multiple Organizing Wins
A rapid sequence of wins in the automotive sector has brought new IAM members to a pair of local lodges in District 190, which has a long history of organizing prowess.The Backbone of The IAM
Aug. 23, 2010 - Director of the IAM's Organizing Department talks about the importance of organizing workers in today's climate.Tell Congress to Invest in Maritime Infrastructure Projects
Legislation in the House and Senate could jump-start investment in the nation’s maritime infrastructure and create thousands of good-paying jobs.Workers at Americanos USA Win First Agreement
When workers at Americanos USA, LLC in Laredo, TX voted ‘yes’ in May to join the IAM, they joined with IAM members across Texas and California, culminating in a first contract for IAM members at all nine Americanos locations.Southern Territory Organizes Maxwell AFB Workers
A group of service contract workers at Maxwell-Gunter AFB in Montgomery, AL, became the first group at the base to secure IAM representation. The group, who are employed by Science Management Resources, Inc., voted recently for IAM representation and a contract negotiated under Service Contract Act (SCA) guidelines.LL 2771 wins at Sheppard AFB
Local Lodge 2771 and District 776 gained about 110 new members in a recent election at Sheppard AFB in Wichita Falls, TX.A Delta Update
March 18, 2010 - Many Delta Airlines employees are starting to realize that the IAM may be a very good idea.
First IAM Election at Delta Air Lines Underway
The National Mediation Board (NMB) yesterday mailed telephone and Internet voting instructions to nearly 100 Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines flight simulator technicians, opening a three week voting period in the first IAM election since Delta acquired Northwest.Nellis AFB Workers Win
Over two hundred fifty Service Contract workers vote for the IAM, and get a great contract!FAA Round-Up
News for FAA government and contract employees
Every Vote Should Count
Today, IAM General Vice President Robert Roach Jr. is on capitol hill testifying in front of the National Mediation Board on why every vote needs to count.Every Vote Should Count
Today, IAM General Vice President Robert Roach Jr. is on capitol hill testifying in front of the National Mediation Board on why every vote needs to count.
Machinists Support NMB Voting Rule Change
International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) General Vice President Robert Roach, Jr. testified today at the National Mediation Board’s (NMB) public hearing on the agency’s proposed change to rules governing union representation elections.
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- Tell Congress to Vote "Yes" on These Job Creating Proposals of the American Jobs Act
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- Tell Congress: Fund the FAA and Stop Attacking Workers' Voting Rights
- Tell Congress to Save Amtrak
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