Over 600 federal employees working at two of America’s legendary National Parks have overwhelmingly voted to join the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE-IAM). Park rangers, recreation specialists, firefighters, forestry workers, maintenance services, facility staff operation specialists, and other staff voted nearly unanimously to become IAM members. They work at the storied Yosemite National Park
Read moreIAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed Richard Suarez as IAM Western Territory Coordinator, bringing decades of union experience, education, and dedication to an increased role serving IAM members. The appointment is effective Sept. 1, 2025. Throughout his career, Suarez has gained extensive collective bargaining and organizing experience in both the private and public sectors.
Read moreThe IAM Union is deeply saddened by the passing of Tom O’Heron, who was a retired IAM Collective Bargaining Director, lifelong trade unionist, and dedicated advocate for working people. O’Heron was 69 years old. O’Heron initiated into IAM Local 21 in 1978, beginning a remarkable career of more than 46 years of service to the
Read moreApproximately 84 members of the IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) Local 1297 (District 54) at Libbey Glass in Toledo are still on strike since Friday, Aug. 22 to protest the company’s unfair labor practices after company leadership failed to bargain in good faith and propose a fair contract offer to its
Read moreHouse Republicans have launched a full-scale attack on rail workers.
Delta Air Lines employees have been trying to organize a union for years, but the company bosses have repeatedly interfered and intimidated them. It's time for shareholders and customers to stand up and demand that Delta respect its employees.
Now is the time to tell your member of Congress to vote “yes” on Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act.
The Iowa State Council recently held a conference in Altoona, Iowa to energize union voters and to discuss political issues impacting working families there.
Read moreWASHINGTON, August 24, 2025 — The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) and the Transportation Communications Union (TCU/IAM) celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP), the first labor union led by African Americans to join the American Federation of Labor (AFL).
Read moreIAM Union and TCU/IAM commemorative video honoring the 100th anniversary of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, highlighting the sacrifices and achievements of the Pullman porters and the lasting impact of Randolph’s leadership.
Read moreFor the fifth straight year, the IAM Local 1746 Women’s Committee and the IAM Union Eastern Territory have partnered with East Hartford Public School in Connecticut to help with a backpack rally event by collecting donations, packing backpacks, and participating as a vendor on the distribution day. IAM Union Local 1746 and IAM Union Eastern
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