Category: News

DOGE to close seven RRB Regional Offices

March 7, 2025 SMART TD is addressing the closure of seven Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) Regional Offices, as announced by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which plans to cancel their leases. The RRB has requested an exemption to keep these offices open, and SMART-TD is actively working with lawmakers to highlight the importance of these services.

SB 25-162

February 24, 2025

SMART Mobile App Flyer

February 12, 2025

Important Update for SMART-TD Members: New Version of the SMART Union Mobile App is Here!

February 12, 2025 We're excited to share that the newest version of the SMART Union Mobile App is here! From bug fixes to a more user-friendly design, read on to see all of the latest updates and download the app if you haven't done so already!

House Docket, No. 2682

February 6, 2025

Ready For a Change, Connecticut Southern Railroad Joins SMART-TD

January 27, 2025 For the second time in two weeks, another Genesse and Wyoming property has voted to join SMART-TD. Read on to learn why the workers of the Connecticut Southern Railroad felt that a change was necessary and what impressed organizers the most about these new members of our union family.

Longtime ally of union workers elected minority leader of Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Material Subcommittee

January 16, 2025 The SMART Transportation Division (SMART TD) congratulates Congresswoman Dina Titus (D-Nevada) on her selection to serve as the Ranking Minority Leader of the House Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee.

Local #823 member killed in on-duty collision

December 20, 2024 It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the tragic passing of SMART-TD member and Union Pacific Conductor Phillip Araujo. As recently reported, he and his engineer, Clay Burt, lost their lives when their train collided with a tractor-trailer in Pecos City, Texas. Brother Ryan Monts of BLET Division 212 has started a GoFundMe account to support the families of Araujo and Brother Burt.

The Safety Of Our BNSF Brothers And Sisters Is Not For Sale!

December 20, 2024 Join SMART-TD in challenging BNSF’s request to continue to degrade our safety! If it isn’t safe enough for passengers, it isn’t safe enough for us!

Tragic Collision in Pecos, Texas Claims Two Lives

December 19, 2024 A collision between a Union Pacific train and a tractor-trailer in Pecos, Texas, on December 18 resulted in the deaths of two railroad workers. SMART-TD extends condolences to the victims' families and to Local 823 in their time of grieving.