The 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) is enthusiastically supporting the newly-introduced, bipartisan Railroad Retirement Fairness Act in the U.S. Senate and House to correct Railroad Retirement benefits for working retirees. The Railroad Retirement Fairness Act has been introduced in the Senate by U.S. Sens. Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Josh Hawley
Read moreWASHINGTON, D.C., April 20, 2026 – The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) is urging members of Congress to sign U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross’s (D-N.J.) discharge petition to force a vote on the Faster Labor Contracts Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at ensuring workers can secure a first union contract without unnecessary delays. Collective bargaining is
Read moreIAM Union International President Brian Bryant has been appointed Chair of the National AFL-CIO’s Legislative and Policy Committee — a highly influential body responsible for shaping and advancing the labor movement’s legislative agenda. The committee plays a central role in developing policy priorities that impact working people across the country, including protecting workers’ rights, strengthening
Read moreIAM Union delegates from across Alabama recently gathered in Montgomery for the Alabama State Council meeting, bringing together members from across the state to discuss legislative priorities, strengthen solidarity, and take action on issues impacting working families. Throughout the meeting, more than 45 participants, including delegates, engaged in a full agenda of discussions and presentations
Read moreIAM Union members/activists from across the country recently gathered in Savannah, GA, for the Machinists Non-Partisan Political League (MNPL) Conference. The annual MNPL Conference brings together IAM Union members to deepen their political education, coordinate electoral and legislative strategy, and build the union power needed to elect candidates who stand with working families. WATCH: MPNL
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