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A recent release from the U.S. Department of Labor explains the agreement between OSHA and the FRA regarding the enforcement of the Federal Railroad Safety Act’s whistleblower provision, which protects railroad employees who report violations from retaliation. The agreement establishes procedures for the agencies to follow for whistleblower complaints. Under the agreement, the FRA will
Read morePresident Obama’s worker-friendly Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently ruled that Norfolk Southern (NS) violated employee whistleblower protection rights in three separate cases, and that NS would have to reinstate the fired workers and pay punitive and compensatory damages amounting to more than $800,000. OSHA has pursued similar enforcement actions against Union Pacific, Burlington
Read moreThe National Mediation Board (NMB) recently announced that Harry R. Hoglander has been named Chairman of the National Mediation Board, effective July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013. Linda Puchala remains as a Member of the Board. Click here to read the release from the NMB.
Read moreThe National Association of Railroad Passengers (NARP) released the June Newsletter. In the Newsletter:• 2013 Appropriations: Capitol Hill Update• “Train to Maine”: 10 Years and Growing• HSR poll misleads California public• California High-Speed Rail updates• New NARP Council members• New Amtrak maintenance bases• Battle Creek, MI station rebuilt• NARP’s summer interns• Downeaster’s “Track Star”• NARP
Read moreThis video shows the great partnership between the Machinists and Guide Dogs of America, an incredible long-term commitment that has enabled so many people to live their lives to the fullest. Click here to see it. The video was produced as part of the AFL-CIO’s new website features, which include highlights on union innovation, union-community partnerships and
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