News Archive
Members support members in hurricanes’ aftermath
In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton — and the catastrophic damages inflicted on communities across the Southeast — SMART members union-wide banded together in solidarity, mobilizing to offer support to members and families in need.
Virginia and DC legislative boards merge
The SMART-TD Virginia and DC Boards have merged to enhance advocacy and safety for workers in both regions, streamlining operations and creating a unified voice at local, state, and federal levels. Led by Ronnie Hobbs, the merger aims to better represent SMART-TD members and advocate for legislative changes that protect workers' rights.
Sheet metal scholarship information and best essay winner
Gwen Burbridge, daughter of a Local 91 member, won "best essay" for her testimony on the benefits of growing up in a union family.
BE4ALL: Securing our future
An update on BE4ALL accomplishments in 2024 and the initiative's plans to continue its mission for SMART members in 2025.
International Training Institute receives $3.4M grant for two labs
The International Training Institute (ITI) recently received a $3.4 million grant to build two testing, adjusting and balancing (TAB) labs at training centers for SMART Local 85 in Atlanta and Local 88 in Las Vegas.
Local 540 members sew union pride into SMART apparel
Local 540 members working in the apparel sector are producing quality, union-made products for fellow workers across North America.
Local 38 members support Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Local 38 members and officers showed their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October.
SMART members train to be mental health advocates in Texas
SMART Southwest Gulf Coast Regional Council members gathered at the Local 67 (San Antonio, Texas) JATC for a SMART MAP Peer-to-Peer mental health training.