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Trenton, N.J., Nov. 7, 2024 – The New Jersey State Council of Machinists and IAM Automotive Lodge 447 recently announced its endorsement of the Motor Vehicle Open Recall Notice and Fair Compensation Act (A4380/S3309) in a letter to New Jersey State Senate President Nicholas P. Scutari. This bipartisan legislation would require thousands of hard-working automotive
Read more70,000+ Uber, Lyft drivers win right to organize a union as voters back first-of-its-kind ballot initiative Victory follows two years of organizing, massive driver-led get-out-the-vote effort MASSACHUSETTS – Voters in Massachusetts on Election Day approved Question 3, a historic ballot initiative that gives drivers for companies like Uber and Lyft the right to form a union
Read moreLorie Wilson has been appointed by IAM International President Brian Bryant as Chief of Staff to the IAM Eastern Territory, effective Nov. 1, 2024. “Lorie’s strong dedication to the members and impressive skillset have been incredibly valuable to the Eastern Territory,” IAM Eastern Territory General Vice President David Sullivan. “I know Lorie will excel in
Read moreSOUTH CHARLESTON, W. Va.– Approximately 77 members of International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local 598 (District 54) at Dow Chemical in South Charleston have voted to ratify an improved contract offer and end their strike at the employer. On Oct. 21, IAM Local 598 members went on strike for fair wages and
Read moreFrom Oct. 6 to 11, six IAM CREST Associate Instructors from Local S6 in Maine successfully completed an intensive Train the Trainer course, backed by enthusiastic support from the Eastern Territory. This specialized program equips instructors with crucial skills to educate others about the risks associated with the storage, shipping, loading, and unloading of hazardous
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