Category: Bus
LA safety innovations lead the nation!
Groundbreaking initiatives in Los Angeles set new national safety standards in 2024 for bus and transit professionals across the U.S. SMART-TD's LACMTA General Committee (GO-875) continues to lead the way forward.
2025 Timebooks Are On the Way
The 2025 SMART-TD timebooks will be shipped to each local’s secretary & treasurer the week of November 25th, arriving in time for distribution before the new year. These timebooks are essential tools for members to document work hours and build strong claims, helping to ensure fair treatment and hold management accountable for violations of our union agreements.
Strike avoided: SMART-TD Local 1594 reaches tentative agreement with SEPTA. A victory for transit workers’ safety and dignity
SMART-TD Local 1594 has reached a tentative agreement with SEPTA, securing crucial safety upgrades, including bulletproof glass enclosures for operators, and a 5% wage increase for workers. This victory follows intense negotiations and solidarity with TWU Local 234, ensuring transit workers in Philadelphia are better protected and supported in their vital roles.
Help find the LA shooter responsible for attempted murder of SMART-TD transit member
Los Angeles Police are searching for a suspect responsible for gunning down a SMART-TD Transit Member in Hollywood on Saturday. If you know anything about Dorian Holt please contact the LAPD Northeast Station at 323-561-3211 or online at https://www.lacrimestoppers.org/ [ https://www.lacrimestoppers.org/ ]
TWU’s SEPTA Workers May Strike In Philadelphia On Nov. 7, 2024
Philadelphia, PA – A potential strike by members of the Transport Workers Union of America (TWU) could disrupt public transportation services in Philadelphia starting at 12:01 AM on Thursday, November 7. The announcement comes as TWU members express their discontent over ongo [...]
SMART-TD Presidential Endorsement
Team Harris Is With Us! Team Trump Is Against Us!
Workers Unite Against Keolis at Boston’s South Station
Hundreds of workers gathered at Boston’s historic South Station to rally for a fair contract in a joint action by SMART-TD, the AFL-CIO, IAM, ATDA, BRS, TCU, and IBEW. They confronted Keolis, the French-owned passenger rail carrier, who have neglected MBTA contract negotiations since July 1, 2022.
Your Retirement Is At Risk In This Election
"The threat to Social Security is not just an economic issue. For SMART-TD, it is a moral one."