The IAM is looking into expanding apprenticeships throughout the union and developing a highly skilled talent pool that will help grow the organization.
Read moreThe IAM was on hand in Cleveland as President Biden brought his push for much-needed investments in worker training and infrastructure to Ohio. IAM District 54 President and Directing Business Representative T. Dean Wright Jr. and IAM District 54 Business Representative and Organizer Regina Wright joined the president for his speech at Cuyahoga Community College.
Read moreIAM Local 701 is leading the charge to demand Illinois auto mechanics are paid fairly for warranty repairs. Legislation fought for by Local 701, which would force manufacturers to compensate dealerships at a higher pay rate for all warranty repairs, was recently passed by the Illinois House. The legislation, introduced by Illinois State Rep. Larry
Read moreThe Machinist Union is urging Congress to co-sponsor legislation that would protect air travelers and workers in the airline industry from foreign carriers undercutting wages and safety standards.
Read moreElections should be about people, not money. That’s why the Machinists proudly support S.1, the For the People Act. Introduced by U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) and U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), the legislation aims to address voter intimidation and suppression across the U.S.A.
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