News Archive
S&T training track at National Training Seminar hits capacity
Enrollment for the training track for local secretaries and treasurers at the SMART-TD National Training Seminar has hit its available capacity and has been closed. The event will be held July 9 to 11 at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown, 100 Lakeside Ave. E., and still has a lim [...]
Local 33 retiree details the impact of pension-saving American Rescue Plan
The passage of the American Rescue Plan included multiemployer pension relief, giving retirees like Local 33's James Chester the retirement they earned.
SMART-TD legislates hours of service for Minnesota yardmasters, other wins
SMART’s Minnesota Legislative Board secures four new laws, including maximum service hours for yardmasters, safer crew vans, and state-wide wayside detector inspections. Our state-by-state progress continues.
The SMART Rapid Response Protocol: Member engagement
This work is about ensuring that all members feel welcome and have a place in our union. It is about building solidarity between workers and forging a stronger union.
The SMART Rapid Response Protocol: Why is this important?
SMART’s Rapid Response Protocol is intended to help union officers prepare for and respond to incidents of bias, discrimination and harassment. Why is this important? There are many reasons.
A Memorial Day message from TD President Jeremy Ferguson
Brothers and sisters, The SMART Transportation Division appreciates the sacrifices of those who chose to commit their lives in the service of the country with great reverence. Brave people have given their lives to defend the freedoms we often take for granted in times of war [...]
SMART-TD negotiators secure a bright future with new Montebello contract
In a dramatic reversal, SMART-TD and the city of Montebello complete long-stalled negotiations, ratify a landmark agreement and secure a future based on mutual respect.
Former Arkansas SLD Don Beavers passes away
Former Arkansas State Legislative Director Donald R. Beavers, who served multiple terms leading the state’s legislative board spanning 21 years, passed away May 19, 2024, at the age of 81.