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Congress Reconvenes The Second Session of the 108th Congress reconvened on Jan. 20th, the first order of business was passage of the Omnibus Appropriations Bill left over from the First Session of Congress. After a filibuster by the Senate Democrats on the overtime issue, the Omnibus Bill was passed on Jan. 22nd and signed into
Read moreLow-Cost Medications Available for Some Americans Most major pharmaceutical companies offer prescription drug assistance programs to low income individuals. (Read more) These programs typically require a doctor’s prescription and proof of financial status. Some of them also require that the applicant have no prescription drug insurance benefit. TCU members who have a parent, other relative
Read moreBattle for Amtrak’s Survival Continues in 2006 As we begin a new year, TCU officers and representatives face an ever increasing challenge. This year will find the continuation of our battle to preserve Amtrak and national passenger service for the American public. Although we were successful in securing funding for Amtrak for fiscal year 2006,
Read moreNational Freight Rail Negotiations Begin Negotiations with the nation’s major freight railroads over TCU’s November 1, 2004 Section Six Notices. TCU Clerk and Carmen representatives, lead by International President Bob Scardelletti and Carmen Division President Rich Johnson, met with representatives of the National Carriers’ Conference Committee on January 25th and 26th. Discussions were held on
Read moreChanges for the Carmen Supplemental Sickness Benefit Plan Broadspire, Inc. is now administering the Supplemental Sickness Benefit Plan (R-5000) which is negotiated by the TCU Carmen Division on behalf of Carmen members working for the railroads covered by the National Agreement. The plan was previously administered by Unum Provident Insurance Company. Broadspire, Inc. will administer
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