IAM District 19 officers and staff from several railroads participated in a newly developed course called the General Chairmen Critical Skills Program. The 11 attendees from across the country were instructed by Winpisinger Center staff and various guest speakers who came to brief the members on information and tactics they have found useful over the
Read moreAt their recent Midwest Territory Staff Conference, IAM Midwest Territory General Vice President Sam Cicinelli announced the 2023 IAM Midwest Territory Helping Hands Award winners, affectionately known as the “IAM Helpy’s.”
Read moreMembers of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local 78 (District 10) at the Harley-Davidson plant in Milwaukee have overwhelmingly ratified a new industry-leading five-year collective bargaining agreement. The new five-year agreement guarantees wage increases averaging more than 25% over the contract. Other highlights include: Increase in paid breaks during eight-hour continuous
Read moreMADISON, Wis., April 8, 2024 – The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) applauds Wisconsin Gov. Evers’ decisive action today in vetoing Senate Bill 436 at the IAM’s Wisconsin State Council of Machinists meeting in Madison, Wis. The right-wing, corporate-backed legislation aimed to dismantle vital safeguards for some of Wisconsin’s most vulnerable workers, 14 and 15-year-olds. “Eliminating these permits would have been
Read moreMark your calendars for the Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance (APALA) 18th Biennial Convention! The Convention offers a platform for workers, community activists, and allies to engage in lively discussions and develop skills to empower workers. This year’s theme is “Solidarity. Resistance. Unity.” The Convention will be hosted in Los Angeles, Calif., at the JW
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