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The National Association of Railroad Passengers (NARP) launched a new campaign – Towns Without Trains – in an effort to organize against President Trump’s plans to eliminate Amtrak’s long-distance service. On the weekend of June 23rd, the campaign aims to spur local rallies all across the country to tell Congress to keep and support Amtrak’s long-distance service. Over 220
Read moreUnion Plus offers discounts to TCU/IAM members on a wide range of Travel and Entertainment activities for the whole family. Some of the discounts are: Up to 25% off on Car Rentals with Avis, Budget, Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Payless Discounted flights, hotels using the power of Expedia Restaurant discounts Ticket discounts to water and
Read morePresident Trump released his budget proposal for FY18, and it’s devastating for TCU members. Some highlights include: Eliminates Amtrak Long-Distance service – Trump’s budget cuts Amtrak’s overall funding in half, from $1.404 billion annually to $774 million. Trump’s budget states that “long distance trains do not serve a vital transportation purpose, and are a
Read moreThis issue highlights the excellent employment obtained by Job Corps graduates, the average wage of these job placements is $19.42/hr! Click here to view the May 2017 Advanced Training Newsletter.
Read moreLast week (May 8-10), TCU/IAM leaders from across the country came to Washington, DC, to attend the 2017 Machinists Legislative Conference. Attendees heard from various congressional speakers including Senators Angus King (I – ME), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Chris Murphy (D-CT), and Jeff Merkley (D-OR). They also heard from Congressmen Anthony Brown and Jamie Raskin
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