“The IAM Union is deeply disappointed to learn of Cascades Containerboard’s decision to close its Niagara Falls, N.Y., facility, which will impact approximately 50 IAM District 65 members. We want to assure our members and the community that we will do everything in our power to vigorously defend their rights and interests throughout this process.
Read moreThe Motor Vehicle Open Recall Notice and Fair Compensation Act (A4380/S3309), a critical piece of legislation aimed at ensuring fair wages for automotive dealership mechanics across the state of New Jersey, passed both the Senate and Assembly chambers with unanimous bipartisan support and now heads to New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy’s desk for his signature. The New
Read moreWASHINGTON, June 27, 2025 – The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union), representing 600,000 active and retired members across North America, is calling on U.S. Senators Angus King and Susan Collins to reject devastating Medicaid cuts included in the current budget reconciliation package (H.R. 1). IAM Union International President Brian Bryant issued letters to
Read moreIAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed Mike Zank as an Eastern Territory Special Representative, effective June 1, 2025. As Special Representative, Zank will support the Eastern Territory’s organizing efforts, assist with negotiations, and mentor emerging union leaders — continuing the work that has defined his career. “Mike has done the work, earned the trust
Read moreBOSTON, June 17, 2025 – U.S. Reps. Stephen F. Lynch (D-Mass.), Joe Courtney (D-Conn.) and Jared Golden (D-Maine) joined the IAM Union and Boston Ship Repair leadership to call for urgent investments to save the U.S. shipbuilding and repair industries. Joined by IAM Union-represented workers at Boston Ship Repair, the coalition of elected officials, union
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