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We are closer than ever to save the jobs of tens of thousands of airline workers. Thanks to U.S. Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-OR), the IAM and our airline union coalition are making huge strides toward securing airline worker relief. Unfortunately, House Republicans blocked a vote on the DeFazio-Larsen airline Payroll Support Program extension (H.R. 8504) Friday. Despite
Read moreThe Machinists Wood, Pulp and Paper Council (MWPPC) on Saturday held its first-ever virtual barbeque competition to help raise money for Guide Dogs of America / Tender Loving Canines (GDA/TLC). The successful event, which followed all safety protocols, brought in almost $24,000. “We had fun, ate well, and, most importantly, raised a lot of money
Read moreAt nationwide protests this week, including on Capitol Hill, frustrated TCU/IAM members from Amtrak criticized Congress for not extending funding for transit workers.
Read moreThe IAM is urging an immediate, standalone extension of expired airline worker relief, known as the Payroll Support Program (PSP).
Read moreIAM International President Robert Martinez Jr. has been joined by U.S. Reps. Donald Norcross (D-NJ), John Garamendi (D-CA) and Jackie Speier (D-CA), along with the American Shipbuilding Suppliers Association, in defending “Buy American” reforms in the House version of the National Defense Authorization Act.
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