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Attacks on U.S. child labor laws increase as violations skyrocket
Images of child laborers — elementary-aged children covered in soot and grease stains, suffering the constant threat of injury and death — have long served as a reminder of our nation’s progress. For much of the United States’ early history, especially during the industrial r [...]
SMART statement on the confirmation of Jessica Looman
On Wednesday, October 25, the United States Senate confirmed Jessica Looman as the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor. In response, SMART issued the following statement: “The confirmation of Jessica Looman as the Department of Labor’s [...]
Union sheet metal workers’ mental health program spotlighted by America’s Work Force Union Podcast
America’s Work Force Union Podcast (AWFP) put the spotlight on union sheet metal workers’ mental health during Suicide Prevention Week, bringing on SMART Members Assistance Program (MAP) Coordinator Chris Carlough to discuss how SMART is working to equip members with the tool [...]
SMART Chief International Rep. Scott Parks passes away
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that SMART announces the death of Chief International Representative Scott Parks, who passed away on September 6, 2023, surrounded by his family. All of us at SMART send our condolences to Scott’s loved ones during this difficult time. [...]
SMART statement on Inflation Reduction Act anniversary
One year ago today, President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law, rewarding the efforts of the SMART members and union workers who pushed Congress to pass legislation that invested in America’s green energy economy. “The Inflation Reduction Act is one [...]
SMART Leadership Conference concludes with stellar lineup of speakers, allies
The 2023 SMART Leadership Conference concluded Wednesday, Aug. 2. The joint session featured a wide variety of pro-labor speakers and allies from Congress, the Biden administration and beyond, demonstrating the strength of our union’s relationships as we work to seize this mo [...]
Union sheet metal leaders prepare for bright future on conference’s final day
The 2023 SMART Leadership Conference’s final sheet metal session, like the joint session, brought an array of pro-labor guests to union leaders, solidifying our union’s relationship with figures in the Biden administration and beyond. Then, conference attendees heard departme [...]
2023 SMART Leadership Conference continues forward momentum on second day
Union leaders continued the work of ensuring the 2023 SMART Leadership Conference theme – “This Is Our Time” – is more than just a catchphrase as the conference rolled into its second day in Washington, D.C. Throughout the morning’s joint session, attendees were presented wit [...]