The IAM praised a recent letter the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman Peter DeFazio (D-OR) sent to the Federal Aviation Administration, urging the agency to take swift actions like civil enforcement and steep fines to help thwart the growing number of assaults on airline employees. “On top off being overworked, fatigued and under constant stress, our airline membership is being
Read moreThe Senate on Aug. 10 passed the massive piece of legislation that includes funding for rebuilding the nation’s roads, airports, passenger and freight rail, and bridges and expanded broadband access.
Read moreA Commitment to Serve Former Grand Lodge Representative Maria Santiago Lillis was a tireless mentor and fierce advocate for workers’ rights, human rights and social justice, tackling the most contentious issues with grace, while treating everyone with dignity and respect. In order to continue her mentorship and legacy and to encourage all representatives to emulate
Read moreDuring the first week of August, IAM leadership, educators and students celebrated the reopening of the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Hollywood, MD. The campus was closed for more than a year due to COVID-19. Students from around the country participated in a week-long Leadership I program.
Read moreWASHINGTON, Aug. 5, 2021 – Robert Martinez Jr., International President of the 600,000-member International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), the largest aerospace and defense union in North America, released the following statement on the passing of AFL-CIO President Richard L. Trumka: “Today, workers across the world mourn the loss of a labor movement
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