While Metra and its workers received high praise from Chicagoans in a recent survey, the opposite is true for the use of automated or driverless technology on various modes of transportation. Read on to learn just how much the public prefers a human to an AI behind the wheel.
Our members’ good jobs and community well-being are on the line as Union Pacific (UP) prepares to lease its interest in Oregon’s railroad operations to the Central Oregon Pacific Railroad (CORP). Read on to find out how SMART-TD is fighting back against this dangerous, cost-cutting move.
On January 28, news broke that President Donald Trump fired National Labor Relations Board General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo and NLRB member Gwynne Wilcox. SMART General President Michael Coleman issued the following statement in response: “From day one, General Counsel Jennif [...]
Several key issues that are top-of-mind for SMART-TD members were discussed during a recent Congressional hearing focused on high-speed rail development and investment. Read on to learn more about which topics took center stage and why investing in high-speed rail is critical to the future of transportation.
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.
We mourn the loss of Dan Bonawitz, a dedicated union brother who spent nearly two decades fighting for workers' rights, safety, and equality. His tireless advocacy has left an impactful legacy within the SMART-TD community.
Dining Car Stewards represented by SMART-TD unanimously ratified their latest tentative agreement. General Chairperson Rick Pauli of GO-769 announced the successful vote, marking a crucial achievement for Dining Car Stewards across the country. Read on to see what they agreed to.
The annual slowdown in freight traffic brings a historic increase in discipline cases. The railroads are moving to cut their headcount, while also dodging blame for the poorer service this causes. SMART-TD is here to help challenge these claims and to provide income protection while they move through mediation.
Signed on January 5, the Social Security Fairness Act will impact many SMART-TD members and their families. Read on to learn more about the specifics of this new law, including if the repealed reductions apply to your individual situation.
After a hard-fought battle against Stage 4 cancer, Brother Charles "Chuck" Cheek passed away last month at the age of 53. Read on to hear how our SMART-TD union family came together to assist with his mounting medical expenses and show what solidarity is all about.
