The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is expanding its bridge safety oversight by training 163 additional inspectors, boosting coverage from just six to 169 nationwide. SMART-TD’s National Safety and Legislative Director Jared Cassity played a key role in shaping the decision, stressing that protecting rail workers and the public depends on the structural integrity of the bridges America’s trains cross.
Republican Congressman Mike Lawler’s Transit Funding Flexibility Act of 2025 would let cities use existing federal transit grants on payroll as well as infrastructure. Read on to see why it earned SMART-TD’s endorsement and how the bill offers a lifeline to our members in places like Philadelphia and Chicago.
Mark your calendars for the 2025 Houston Rail Labor Solidarity Rally, which is just over a month away. This annual gathering brings together hundreds of railroad workers and union leaders for a celebration of the power of our collective action. Read on to learn more about this year’s rally and RSVP!
Registration is open for the Atlanta Regional Training Seminar (RTS), which is set for October 27-30. Space is already filling up quickly, so please make sure to secure your spot and book your hotel room now. Read on for registration details.
Labor Day takes on an even greater significance this year as we face what sometimes feels like an unending stream of attacks, but our brothers and sisters have confronted these challenges head-on and continue to do so. Read on for a Labor Day message from SMART-TD President Jeremy Ferguson.
The votes are in, and the people have spoken! We are excited to announce the winners of our 2025 Local Pride T-Shirt Contest, which includes an additional People’s Choice award winer due to the enthusiasm and participation from all of you. Read on to see the winning designs!
Removing Surface Transportation Board (STB) Member Robert Primus from his position is not only unjust but an assault on the independence of federal oversight that is a staple of our democratic institutions. Read SMART-TD's full statement.
Compounded pay raises, bereavement leave improvements, and strong automation protections lead the list of wins included in Local 1707’s (Perris, California) recently ratified, four-year agreement. Read on to learn how local leadership played a critical role throughout the approval process.
What resources and information on the SMART website are most important to you? Can you find what you need quickly and easily? As we get ready to update the site, your feedback is critical. How can this tool serve you as effectively as possible? Read on to share your feedback.
SMART-TD Local 1258 (Elgin, Illinois) delivered 24 fully filled backpacks for the Hanover Park School District after its first-ever backpack drive. Read on to learn what spurred the idea and how the local went the extra mile to give back to their community.
