The IAM Union Air Transport Territory recently took part in an exchange trip to build international worker solidarity. General Vice President Richie Johnsen and Chief of Staff Edison Fraser, joined by IAM District 142 General Chair Lorraine Fraser, traveled to Panama to meet with the country’s pilots and ground service unions.
Read moreThe IAM Union’s Arizona State Council met in Phoenix on Saturday, bringing together more than 40 participants, including delegates from across the state, to strategize, share updates, and strengthen the union’s collective voice for working families. During the meeting, the Arizona State Council announced its endorsement of Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs for reelection, citing her
Read moreThe IAM Organizing Department has secured another win, successfully organizing 130 National Park Service workers at the Southeast Regional Office in Atlanta. The workers are spread across multiple locations throughout the region. The newly organized unit includes critical roles that help protect and manage public lands, including Biological Science Technicians, Hydrologic Technicians, Outdoor Recreation Planners,
Read moreThe 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 moreThe 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) is reaffirming its strong support for the bipartisan SHIPS for America Act as Congress holds a joint hearing on revitalizing shipbuilding and the maritime industrial base before key House subcommittees. Today, just 80 U.S.-flagged vessels operate in international commerce, compared to roughly
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