–This story is from the Summer 2023 edition of the IAM Journal Demand for union representation has surged in recent years with the COVID-19 pandemic certainly playing a key role in exposing disparities and accelerating the push by white-collar workers and other workers to organize. Labor shortages gave workers a rare leg up, which workers
Read moreDear IAM District 19 Members, I am pleased to notify the membership of District 19 that we have ratified the Agreement with National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) after a year and half of successful negotiations. I would like to thank all who participated in the union’s democratic process and congratulate you on your dedication to
Read moreThe IAM has reached a tentative agreement for approximately 530 mechanic and related members at PSA Airlines. The five-year tentative agreement includes: A 23.81% average wage increase on date of ratification Flexible hiring rates with protection for current employees Additional increases for topped out employees Signing bonus of 8 percent of individual gross with a
Read more–This story is from the Summer 2023 edition of the IAM Journal From October 2 to 7, 2022, the IAM Western Territory and the city of Las Vegas welcomed IAM delegates from across the U.S. and Canada who represent the power and strength of our union for the 40th IAM Grand Lodge Convention. This pivotal
Read moreA large delegation of IAM members recently attended the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) convention in New Orleans, an event that energized attendees and encouraged them to continue fighting on behalf of millions of black workers throughout North America.
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