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    2025 Coat Drive
    09/30/25 - IATSE Local 22
    Local 22 is once again participating in the Pep Rally for Peace in the Street's annual coat, boot, hat, and blanket drive, to benefit the 2nd and D Street shelter.
    Local Memorandum of Understanding for Small Offices Without a Local Union Structure
    09/30/25 - Iowa Postal Workers Union
    See attached. It is signed for the 2024-2027 contract period. Please disseminate. A copy will be posted on our website. We are also in the beginning stages of getting it printed and mailed out to National Officers and State Presidents. However, plan on that mailing to be at least a month away.
    Updated Seniority List
    09/29/25 - International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local #77
    Attention Members: Please log in to the members area to view the updated seniority list.
    Federal Workers Brace for Possible Shutdown
    09/29/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    Sept. 29, 2025 | FEDERAL WORKFORCE | Even before most federal agencies had shared their plans for a possible government shutdown this week, the White House delivered a message that resonated across the bureaucracy: a funding lapse could be used as an opportunity for even more layoffs. With days left before the government runs out of money at 12:01 a.m.
    Federal Workers Brace for Possible Shutdown
    09/29/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    Sept. 29, 2025 | FEDERAL WORKFORCE | Even before most federal agencies had shared their plans for a possible government shutdown this week, the White House delivered a message that resonated across the bureaucracy: a funding lapse could be used as an opportunity for even more layoffs. With days left before the government runs out of money at 12:01 a.m.
    General Membership Meeting Registration for Long Distance Members
    09/29/25 - Teamsters Local 162
    Teamsters Local 162 – October General Membership Meeting Join us for our October General Membership Meeting on Sunday, October 5 at 10:00 AM PT / 11:00 AM MT. ?? Zoom Option: Members living 75+ miles from the Local may attend via Zoom webinar to listen to officer reports. Registration is required to verify membership.
    AMFA-Jazz Line Negotiations Update #5: AIR CANADA EXPRESS - A Mixed Bag
    09/29/25 - AMFA
    September 29, 2025 -- On September 23-25, 2025, representatives from Jazz and AMFA met in Calgary, to engage in their fifth session of collective agreement negotiations.
    Sysco Portland Votes YES to Authorize a Strike
    09/28/25 - Teamsters Local 162
    On Sunday, September 28th, over 99.5% of members voted YES to authorize a strike against Sysco Portland.  Despite six rounds of negotiations, Sysco has failed to present an offer that reflects the value of our members' hard work. Teamsters in Portland are united and ready to strike if Sysco Portland doesn’t come to the table with a fair contract.
    Notice of Submission of Local Union, The proposed Local Union Election Plan to Nominate and elect delegates to the IBT Convention. The proposed Local Union Election Plan to Nominate and elect delegates to the IBT Convention
    09/26/25 - United Passenger Rail Federation BMWED-IBT
    Notice of Submission of Local Union
    Week Ending 09/26/2025
    09/26/25 - Teamsters Local 355
      • Compact Mag: Seriously, can Republicans fix labor law?    • DC Journal: ‘You don’t want to see these trucks next to you’   • Labor Press: Teamsters continue their battle with Amazon   • Teamsters, firefighters call for boycott of Sutphen Corp.
    NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
    09/26/25 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
    The second Cost-of-Living Adjustment under the 2024-2027 contract for APWU-represented employees is in paychecks today. That means $811 MORE per year for full-time career workers. Thanks to our twice-a-year COLAs alone, career postal workers’ pay has risen by $1,206 more per year.
    Ulster County Poised to Benefit from Nearly $21 Million in Federal Funding to Expand Broadband Service to Unserved Areas
    09/26/25 - Communications Workers of America Local 1120
    This is big news for Local 1120! Great job by everyone involved, especially Dan Kozak, Jon Lindgren, Rob Pinto and Theresa Morley. I would also like to thank Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger, Ulster County Comptroller March Gallagher, and the Chair of the Citizens Commission for Digital Inclusion, Jenny Lee. We could not have done this without your support.
    Teamsters Support NYC ‘Delivery Protection Act’
    09/25/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    Sept. 25, 2025 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | Today, Amazon Teamsters and allies rallied at New York City Hall in support of the Delivery Protection Act, a groundbreaking bill introduced by Councilmember Tiffany Cabán (D-22nd District) that would protect workers and communities near last-mile delivery facilities in New York City.
    Your Union Working For You!
    09/25/25 - Communications Workers of America Local 3181
    New County Administrator Joe Abruzzo meeting with Local President Dylan Owens, Executive VP Mark Warme and PBC Vice President Javier Aguilar. Mr. Abruzzo has a strong track record supporting union workers. He has agreed to work closely with us on our issues.
    Honoring Our Retiring Members: A Celebration of Unity and Engagement at AMFA Local 32 in Phoenix
    09/25/25 - AMFA Local 32
    Today, AMFA Local 32's Phoenix GMM, honored retirees Jim Wisto, John Thomas, & Mitch Johnson with etched fan blades & Fossil watches. 40 others made it standing room only. Raffled 3D engine, Korry Lights, Boeing 737 logo & Snap-on items. Union strong, forever united!
    Teamsters Support NYC ‘Delivery Protection Act’
    09/25/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    Sept. 25, 2025 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | Today, Amazon Teamsters and allies rallied at New York City Hall in support of the Delivery Protection Act, a groundbreaking bill introduced by Councilmember Tiffany Cabán (D-22nd District) that would protect workers and communities near last-mile delivery facilities in New York City.
    Local 2222 Member in Need
    09/25/25 - CWA Local 2222
    Please consider helping out our Union brother in need. Please see the attached link for details. https://gofund.
    State FOP Issues Statement Regarding Outpouring Of Support For Slain Northern York County Regional Police Officers
    09/25/25 - Pennsylvania State Lodge FOP
    FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE – PENNSYLVANIA STATE LODGE 5262 E. Trindle Road Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 STATE FOP ISSUES STATEMENT REGARDING OUTPOURING OF SUPPORT FOR SLAIN NORTHERN YORK COUNTY REGIONAL POLICE OFFICERS HARRISBURG, Pa. (Sept.
    Open Enrollment
    09/25/25 - Communications Workers of America Local 1107
    The 2026 Annual Open Enrollment Dates are as follows: October 7, 2025 to October 16, 2025 – (these dates are for Active employees and Retirees)." Retirees, please read the two previous posts.
    Surest demonstrations
    09/25/25 - Communications Workers of America Local 1107
    Below is a link to the schedule for the Surest demonstrations for our pre-Medicare retirees.  surest.
    ABF Pension Increase 2025
    09/24/25 - Teamsters Local 492
     ABF Pension Increase 2025 9/24/2025 - This notice is to inform you of the contractual pension contribution increase that takes effect August l, 2025, through July 31, 2026, under the ABF NMFA agreement. The contribution rate will increase by $0.80 per hour, with the entire amount applied to your pension.
    Federal Workers Declare Five-Alarm Fire at Agencies
    09/24/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    Sept. 24, 2025 | FEDERAL WORKERS | Braving retaliation, thousands of federal workers across six agencies have signed open letters charging that their workplaces are being hamstrung or dismantled by the Trump administration. They join federal unionists at dozens more workplaces who have been sounding the alarm to Congress and the public.
    Requesting a Duplicate Ballot
    09/24/25 - Teamsters Local 463
    Ballots for Officer elections were mailed to active members late last week. If you do not receive your ballot by September 25, 2025, or need a replacement for some reason, please contact the local at 215-591-1000 or email at info@teamsters463.org.
    Congress Inches Closer to Vote to Overturn Union-Busting Orders
    09/24/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    Sept. 24, 2025 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | Momentum is growing in the fight to overturn President Trump’s illegal and destructive directives stripping collective bargaining rights from most federal employees. On Sept. 17, Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia led a bipartisan coalition of 48 U.S.
    Federal Workers Declare Five-Alarm Fire at Agencies
    09/24/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    Sept. 24, 2025 | FEDERAL WORKERS | Braving retaliation, thousands of federal workers across six agencies have signed open letters charging that their workplaces are being hamstrung or dismantled by the Trump administration. They join federal unionists at dozens more workplaces who have been sounding the alarm to Congress and the public.
    2025 Teamsters Warehouse Division Conference
    09/23/25 - Teamsters Local Union No 570
    We are excited to share details about the upcoming 2025 Teamsters Warehouse Conference, where Teamsters from across the country will come together to examine emerging developments, fresh strategies, and proven practices shaping the future of the warehouse industry. Mark your calendars for November 3-5, 2025, in Los Angeles, CA. We invite you to join us for an energizing and impactful conference designed to inform, connect, and empower all who attend. This event will provide a valuable opportunity for collaboration, skill-building, and peer engagement as we tackle key issues and opportunities within the warehouse sector. Additional details regarding workshops and the full agenda will be shared as the event approaches.
    Working with the web site modules
    09/23/25 - SEIU Florida Public Service Union
    The UnionActive system is made up of individual Modules that can be added, removed, and customized throughout the site.   To view the current Modules, login to the site as an admin and you will now see gray boxes around each individual module. Each module box contains an x button, up and down arrows, the module order number, and the title of the module.
    Set a secure admin password
    09/23/25 - SEIU Florida Public Service Union
    The first thing to do when you initially login as the administrator is set a secure password for the account. Click the User Settings button from the home page, then scroll down to the bottom of the page. You will see a password field. Delete the current password and enter in your own private password.
    Partnership with Art Enables
    09/22/25 - IATSE Local 22
    The brothers, sisters, and kin of Local 22 are proud to announce that our advertising space in the upcoming DC Metro Coalition of Labor Union Women's Gloria T. Johnson Awards has been donated to the local non-profit Art Enables.
    Congress Inches Closer to Vote to Overturn Union-Busting Orders
    09/22/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    Sept. 22, 2025 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | Momentum is growing in the fight to overturn President Trump’s illegal and destructive directives stripping collective bargaining rights from most federal employees. On Sept. 17, Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia led a bipartisan coalition of 48 U.S.
    RISE Strike Update
    09/22/25 - Teamsters Local 776
    Three weeks, 22 days; 528 hours, no matter how you look at it, that’s how long the Local 776 members at RISE
    Week Ending 09/20/2025
    09/21/25 - Teamsters Local 355
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    Local 776 Retirements
    09/20/25 - Teamsters Local 776
    Recently, three Members retired with almost 80 years of service between them! They retired from three different employers, but with one common denominator: good-paying, good-benefit Teamster jobs! The retirees are: Dale Cruz retired from ABF Freight after 36 years of service as a dock worker. Before his time at ABF, Dale worked at YRC as a casual for two years.
    Coalition of Hollywood Labor Unions Slams Kimmel Suspension
    09/19/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    Sept. 19, 2025 | FIRST AMENDMENT | (Click the image to view.) The Producers Guild of America and a coalition of Hollywood labor groups have added to the chorus of guilds that have released statements criticizing ABC‘s suspension of Jimmy Kimmel. “Free speech is fundamental to our democracy,” the PGA wrote Thursday. “It is the lifeblood of our industry.
    October General Membership Meeting
    09/19/25 - Teamsters Local 162
    Attention Teamsters Local 162 Members: Our first General Membership Meeting back from summer break will be on Sunday, October 5th, at 10:00 AM PST at Joe Edgar Union Hall. A webinar format will be available for members outside a 75 mile radius of the Local to hear reports from officers. Registration will be available soon.
    Stand With Kaiser Workers In Longview On September 22nd!
    09/19/25 - Southwest Washington Central Labor Council
    It's time to tell Kaiser to put patients and healthcare professionals over profits - let's remind them about what matters to healthcare workers and their patients!
    Coalition of Hollywood Labor Unions Slams Kimmel Suspension
    09/19/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    Sept. 19, 2025 | FIRST AMENDMENT | (Click the image to view.) The Producers Guild of America and a coalition of Hollywood labor groups have added to the chorus of guilds that have released statements criticizing ABC‘s suspension of Jimmy Kimmel. “Free speech is fundamental to our democracy,” the PGA wrote Thursday. “It is the lifeblood of our industry.
    CWA Local 1103 Presents Free Financial Planning Consultations – Reserve Your Spot
    09/19/25 - CWA Local 1103
      Sisters and Brothers, CWA's Local 1103 Executive Board is excited to offer you a valuable opportunity — free, one-on-one financial planning consultations with CWA Local 1103's ENDORSED certified financial planner, either in person at the Union Hall or by conference call.
    2025 Trunk or Treat
    09/19/25 - IBEW Local 73
    Come join us for Trunk or Treat Halloween Night!
    Coalition Health Center
    09/19/25 - IBEW Local 73
    IBEW Local 73 | Calling all Inside and Sound & Comm Electricians! Coalition Health Center is now open! Get great personalized care with the added benefits of no deductibles on visits.  Located at 210 West North River Dr.
    Labor Law Reform
    09/19/25 - Teamsters Local 776
    Teamsters General President Sean M. O’Brien and Teamsters members from Corewell Health East and Breakthru Beverage joined Representatives Donald Norcross (D-NJ,1st District), Pete Stauber (R-MN, 8th District), and union allies for the introduction of the Faster Labor Contracts Act.
    Thomas Vlasek For Central Region NBA
    09/19/25 - APWU Cleveland Area Local
    Ballots have arrived to all APWU Members in Good Standing to addresses on file. We are endorsing our Local and State Maintenance Director, Thomas Vlasek For Central Region Maintenance NBA  VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! VOTE.
    City of Gainesville honors IBEW Local 1205 with street naming for 85th anniversary
    09/19/25 - IBEW Local 1205
    City of Gainesville honors IBEW Local 1205 with street naming for 85th anniversary
    President Regan Addresses The Tragic Loss Of Northern York Regional Police Officers
    09/18/25 - Pennsylvania State Lodge FOP
    FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE – PENNSYLVANIA STATE LODGE 5262 E. Trindle Road Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 STATE FOP ISSUES STATEMENT REGARDING TRAGIC LOSS OF NORTHERN YORK REGIONAL POLICE OFFICERS   HARRISBURG, Pa. (Sept.
    In Memorium
    09/18/25 - Teamsters Local 776
    Please keep the families of the slain York County Northern York Regional Police Department
    The Struggle That Unites Us
    09/17/25 - Ohio Postal Workers Union
    (This article appeared in the September/October 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) On a cloudy August day outside Washington, DC’s National Airport, flight attendants from regional airline, PSA, walked their picket line. The workers lost two of their union siblings when the company’s flight AA 5342 was struck by a military helicopter on Jan 29, 2025.
    Membership Zoom Link
    09/17/25 - CWA Local 2222
    CWA Local 2222 is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87934385494?pwd=StFOGSJ2SMFUerHLcQXmt9shafnCtO.1 Meeting ID: 879 3438 5494 Passcode: 906087 --- One tap mobile +13092053325,,87934385494#,,,,*906087# US +13126266799,,87934385494#,,,,*906087# US (Chicago) Join instructions https://us02web.zoom.
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