SMART-TD GO-769, led by General Chairperson Rick Pauli, has reached a lucrative tentative agreement with Keolis Commuter Services. Keolis employees should verify their contact information with their Secretary/Treasurer as soon as possible. Read on to see what’s in the TA and how to receive a ballot.
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— Mar 28
Local 1760 Chairperson Andrew Wirth, a CSX conductor and dedicated union advocate, is preparing to fight for the 168-pound Master Amateur Division Title in Cleveland on April 12. Read on to see how Wirth draws on his instincts and discipline from union work to excel in the boxing ring.
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— Mar 28
ACT NOW! Our union is calling on our Nevada members to help support a new rail safety bill by reaching out to your representatives or by contacting Governor Joe Lombardo’s office before April 1. This is our fourth attempt to pass this critical legislation, with Lombardo vetoing the last two bills. Read on to learn what’s in the bill and how you can help change his mind.
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— Mar 27
Many disabled railroaders receive a fixed income from the Railroad Retirement Act. This can place them in a bind when their property value, and the associated taxes, go up over time. Legislation championed by SMART-TD corrects this problem by bringing a “homestead reimbursement" long enjoyed by social security beneficiaries to New Jersey railroaders. Read on to learn how our local legislative team helped make this law a reality.
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— Mar 26
