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After months of delays and false promises, Congress has finally agreed to another round of much-needed COVID economic relief. Although votes are still pending in the House and Senate, the stimulus package has benefits for both airline and rail employees, as well as important funding for distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, assistance to small businesses and
Read moreThe IAM is extremely saddened to learn of the passing of Transportation Trades Department (TTD) President Larry Willis, who passed away on Sunday, November 29. Willis, 53, succumbed to injuries sustained on November 22 in a tragic biking accident. Willis, who had served as TTD president since being elected to the position in 2017, was known
Read moreThanksgiving is usually the time of year we gather with loved ones to express gratitude for all the blessings we received over the past year. Unfortunately, this year’s unprecedented times have forced us to change how we celebrate with those closest to us. I know we will push through these challenges and emerge stronger
Read moreToday, we celebrate Veterans Day. On this special day, let us pause and salute all who have served and honor the tremendous sacrifices made by members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families to preserve our freedom. It is the courage, conviction and service of our veterans and active military that allowed more
Read moreThe International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) issued a joint statement calling for urgent government intervention to prevent an employment catastrophe in the aviation industry. Estimates from the Air Transport Action Group suggest some 4.8 million aviation workers’ jobs are at risk as a result of air travel demand
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