On Wednesday, labor unions joined together to host a reception in honor of newly-elected Senator Doug Jones of Alabama. Sen. Jones won a hotly contested special election in December over controversial candidate Roy Moore. He now takes over the seat once held by current Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Rail labor – including TCU – invested
Read moreOn December 27, 2017 a comprehensive ratification package was mailed to all TCU Carmen and Clerical members under the National Agreement. Ballots were mailed to the addresses of record. Members not receiving a ballot for any reason may request one by contacting TCUTA@tcunion.org. Questions on the Agreement can also be sent to TCUTA@tcunion.org. For each
Read moreCertain portions of a railroad retirement annuity are treated differently for Federal income tax purposes. A recent release from the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) explains these differences and address the importance of individuals establishing accurate tax withholding from their annuities. Certain beneficiaries, including those retiring at age 60 with at least 30 years of service,
Read moreUPDATE (1/3/17): DOT Secretary Chao sent letters to the respective leaders of the nation’s railroads asking them to increase the pace at which they are installing PTC. Click HERE to read the letters. Last Thursday, two top Democrats from the Transportation Committee and the Railroads Subcommittee chided both the rail industry as well as the
Read moreAll TCU Members Under the National Agreement: IT’S IN THE MAIL Today the National Agreement ratification package is in the mail to every TCU member under the National Agreement. Ballots must be returned to TCU by January 22, 2018. Please review all the material provided and VOTE.
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