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Heat Safety
07/15/24 - CWA Local 2222
All, As leaders of the union, it is important to ensure that employers are following the rules set out in the Occupational Safety and Health Act. This act is in place to ensure that workplaces are safe for all employees. One significant aspect of keeping workers safe is ensuring that they are protected from the dangers of working in hot conditions.
3 Ways Project 2025 Will Impact American Workplaces
07/15/24 - Teamsters Local 355
July 15, 2024 | U.S. LABOR | The Mandate for Leadership 2025: The Conservative Promise, a 922-page document also known as Project 2025*, has been a big topic of conversation as the presidential election draws near.
3 Ways Project 2025 Will Impact American Workplaces
07/15/24 - Teamsters Local 992
July 15, 2024 | U.S. LABOR | The Mandate for Leadership 2025: The Conservative Promise, a 922-page document also known as Project 2025 *, has been a big topic of conversation as the presidential election draws near.
teamstersvip
07/15/24 - IBT Local 525
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Week Ending 04/012/2024
07/12/24 - Teamsters Local 355
  • A not-so-wonderful labor dispute   • VT expert on construction workers’ mental health   • Teamsters Wegmans ratify 7-yr.contract covering 900 workers   • Federal Reserve chair: America’s labor market is back in balance   • Jane F.
Unions Urge Lawmakers to Resist GOP Efforts to Undo Pro-Labor Rules
07/12/24 - Teamsters Local 355
July 12, 2024 | U.S. LABOR UNIONS | Nearly 50 labor organizations representing a wide range of U.S.
Week Ending 04/012/2024
07/12/24 - Teamsters Local 992
  • A not-so-wonderful labor dispute   • VT expert on construction workers’ mental health   • Teamsters Wegmans ratify 7-yr.CBA covering 900 workers   • Federal Reserve chair: America’s labor market is back in balance   • Jane F.
Unions Urge Lawmakers to Resist GOP Efforts to Undo Pro-Labor Rules
07/12/24 - Teamsters Local 992
July 12, 2024 | U.S. LABOR UNIONS | Nearly 50 labor organizations representing a wide range of U.S.
Local 776 Retirements
07/12/24 - Teamsters Local 776
Recently three Local 776 Members transferred from the work-a-day world to the....
JFK EMPLOYEE ARRESTED BY INSPECTION SERVICE
07/12/24 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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2024 Back to School Drive
07/11/24 - TWU Local 513
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CWA Member Killed on the Job
07/11/24 - CWA Local 1103
Osmar Chavarria, a member of CWA Local 2108.  Osmar was killed on the job in Maryland after coming into contact with high voltage wire. As a loving husband, devoted father, cherished son, and valued member of the CWA community, Osmar's sudden and tragic death is deeply felt by his family, friends, and coworkers.
Registration Now Open - 2nd Annual SLPOA Golf Tourney
07/11/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
The St. Louis Police Officers’ Association is hosting our Second Annual Golf Tournament.  Registration for golfers and hole sponsors is now open.  This year’s event is being held at Stone Wolf Golf Club in Farview Heights, Illinois.  The tournament is scheduled for Thursday, September 26, 2024, with a 9am shotgun start.
Danelle Barbour Joins Local 89 Staff
07/11/24 - Teamsters Local 89
Teamsters Local 89 is excited to welcome Danelle Barbour as the newest addition to our union’s staff! Danelle’s family has an extensive union history, resulting in her being raised in a strong pro-labor environment.
Illinois Amazon Drivers On Strike Against Union Busting
07/11/24 - Teamsters Local 355
July 11, 2024 | STRIKES | (Click image to enlarge.) Amazon workers are striking the Skokie delivery center known as DIL7, because of the company’s union-busting tactics which violate federal laws. The drivers have faced Amazon’s unfair labor practices, a response to the workers’ efforts to organize with Teamsters Local 705.
2024 Joint Council Picnic at Darien Lake
07/11/24 - Teamsters Local 264
We are pleased to announce the Teamsters Joing Council 46 Picnic at Darien Lake on Saturday August 3rd, 2024! Tickets will be $35 per person, which includes, Theme Park Admission, parking, an unlimited buffet from 1:00 to 2:30 pm, and more! Tickets can be purchased at the hall with cash or check.  Tickets cannot be reserved. First come first serve only.
Illinois Amazon Drivers On Strike Against Union Busting
07/11/24 - Teamsters Local 992
July 11, 2024 | STRIKES | (Click image to enlarge.) Amazon workers are striking the Skokie delivery center known as DIL7, because of the company’s union-busting tactics which violate federal laws. The drivers have faced Amazon’s unfair labor practices, a response to the workers’ efforts to organize with Teamsters Local 705.
Parliamentary Procedure Workshop July 27th in Wenatchee
07/11/24 - IBEW Local 191
IBEW Local 191 is having our first Parliamentary Procedure workshop on July 27th in Wenatchee, from 8am to 11am.  Please email lisa.stuurmans@ibew191.
Support for the Chavarria's Family
07/11/24 - CWA Local 2222
Dear Local 2222 Members,  I am writing to you with a heavy heart to convey the devastating news of the passing of Osmar Chavarria while doing his job. As a loving husband, devoted father, and valued member of CWA Local 2108, Osmar's sudden and tragic death is deeply felt by his family, friends, and coworkers.
2024 Teamsters Local 41 Annual Family Picnic
07/10/24 - Teamsters Local 41
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El Paso police officers promote literacy at local library event
07/10/24 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association
Officers from the El Paso Police Department made a special visit to Esperanza Moreno Library as part of their summer library program, reading to children and fostering community relationships. The event aimed to encourage literacy and build positive connections between officers, children, and parents in the patrol area, according to a press release from the El Paso Police Department.
PSE SENIORITY LIST JULY 2024
07/10/24 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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HEALTH PLAN UPDATE JULY 2024
07/10/24 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
USPS: Policies Set on Automatic Enrollment in New Postal Health Plan Published: July 9, 2024 More in: Fedweek Enrollees whose current FEHB plan is not in the PSHB may choose to enroll in a new plan in this fall’s open season for 2025 coverage. If they make no choice, they will be enrolled by default. Image: The Image Party/Shutterstock.
Senators, Steelworkers Raise Concerns Over Purchase of U.S. Steel
07/09/24 - Teamsters Local 355
July 9, 2024 | UNION JOBS | Senators and United Steelworkers (USW) leaders together raised concerns over proposed purchase of U.S. Steel as the deal rolls forward. U.S. senators Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Bob Casey Jr. (D-Penn.) and John Fetterman (D-Penn.) wrote a joint letter to U.S.
Senators, Steelworkers Raise Concerns Over Purchase of U.S. Steel
07/09/24 - Teamsters Local 992
July 9, 2024 | UNION JOBS | Senators and United Steelworkers (USW) leaders together raised concerns over proposed purchase of U.S. Steel as the deal rolls forward. U.S. senators Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Bob Casey Jr. (D-Penn.) and John Fetterman (D-Penn.) wrote a joint letter to U.S.
Local 6 Picnic
07/09/24 - IBEW Local 6
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CONTRACT 2024
07/09/24 - International Association of Heat & Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 7
Brothers and Sisters, Click HERE  for a Strike update, dated June 27, 2024, from the Business Manager.  If you work on PLA or CWA projects, continue to report to work. Check HERE for a current list. If you work for any contractors listed below, report to work.
2024 ANNUAL PICNIC
07/09/24 - CWA Local 2222
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DON'T BE FOOLED !!!!
07/09/24 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
The APWU is urging union members to refrain from participating in the USPS management’s Postal Pulse survey. Negotiations for a new union contract began June 25, and any information you give them can be used in retaliation to hurt us during negotiations and arbitration.
First Major Heat-Safety Rules in US Could Protect 36M Workers
07/08/24 - Teamsters Local 355
July 8, 2024 | HEALTH & SAFETY | The dog days of summer… could get their first US leash. Fourth of July sweat stains are no joke: 75M Americans were under heat alerts to start the month as high temps and humidity scorched the country. Last week the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) proposed a rule that could protect 36M workers from excessive heat on the job.
First Major Heat-Safety Rules in US Could Protect 36M Workers
07/08/24 - Teamsters Local 992
July 8, 2024 | HEALTH & SAFETY | The dog days of summer… could get their first US leash. Fourth of July sweat stains are no joke: 75M Americans were under heat alerts to start the month as high temps and humidity scorched the country. Last week the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) proposed a rule that could protect 36M workers from excessive heat on the job.
PRESIDENT SUSLAK REPORTS
07/08/24 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
USPS regulator says DeJoy should pause all network reform efforts The Postal Service has remained defiant that its plan is the only viable path forward. JULY 3, 2024 ERIC KATZ The U.S.
2024 Wage Increase
07/08/24 - CWA Local 2222
The 2024 wage increase will be the first Sunday following the anniversary of the ratification of the contract. The ratification of the contract was on July 29th. This means the 2024 raise will go into effect on August 4, 2024, and all members will see the pay increase on the August 16th check. If you have any questions or concerns, please call 540-323-1265.
July What's UPS
07/08/24 - Teamsters Local 162
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TICKETS COMING SOON
07/05/24 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association
Headlining the show: Christopher "KID" Reid from the "House Party" movies, Featuring: EPPD Detective Jorge Jimenez, Opening:TAC Detective Joe Rosales
RING WARS 12
07/05/24 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association
One of our own members and EPPD Police Officer Stephanie Han, who is also a professional boxer, has a local boxing match coming up on July 27th, 2024.Let's support our sister in blue!
UPS Plans to Close Baltimore Facility, Lay Off 540 Workers
07/05/24 - Teamsters Local 355
July 5, 2024 | JOBS | A Baltimore UPS customer center is planning to close in August, according to a Maryland state filing. The move will affect hundreds of workers. A UPS on Vero Road will shutter Aug. 23, resulting in the layoffs of 540 employees, according to a Work Adjustment and Retraining Notification filed June 20 with the Maryland Department of Labor.
Join Us In Kalama For Our 2024 Labor Day Picnic!
07/05/24 - Southwest Washington Central Labor Council
Celebrate Labor Day with our community and your brothers, sisters and siblings of Labor in Kalama. There will be barbecue (with vegetarian options,) fun for the kids, and raffles!
UPS Plans to Close Baltimore Facility, Lay Off 540 Workers
07/05/24 - Teamsters Local 992
July 5, 2024 | JOBS | A Baltimore UPS customer center is planning to close in August, according to a Maryland state filing. The move will affect hundreds of workers. A UPS on Vero Road will shutter Aug. 23, resulting in the layoffs of 540 employees, according to a Work Adjustment and Retraining Notification filed June 20 with the Maryland Department of Labor.
The Forgotten Historic July Day
07/04/24 - Teamsters Local 355
July 4, 2024 | U.S. HISTORY | In America’s vocabulary the phrase “Fourth of July” is synonymous with “star-spangled party.” It’s been that way from the very beginning.
The Forgotten Historic July Day
07/04/24 - Teamsters Local 992
July 4, 2024 | U.S. HISTORY | In America’s vocabulary the phrase “Fourth of July” is synonymous with “star-spangled party.” It’s been that way from the very beginning.
2024 Union Picnic Photos
07/03/24 - IBEW Local 659
Our 2024 Union Picnic was a success! We had over 200 people attend and a great time was had by all.
Summer Meetings - Cancelled
07/03/24 - Teamsters Local 264
Please be advise that the general membership meetings have been canceled for the Summer.  Meetings will resume the first week of September.
Happy Birthday, America!
07/03/24 - Teamsters Local 776
“Where liberty dwells, there is my country.” – Benjamin Franklin On behalf of the Officers, Business Agents, and staff of Local 776 I would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July. America is the greatest country on earth; we enjoy freedoms, liberties, and rights unmatched in the world. We begin every Membership meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Teamster Women Give Back to San Juan
07/02/24 - Teamsters Local Union No. 104
The Women of Teamsters Local 104 recently showcased their commitment to community and solidarity during the annual Teamsters Women's Conference held in San Juan. This event not only provided an opportunity for our sisters to engage in educational and collaborative workshops but also to give back to the local community in a meaningful way.
Most Americans Have No Idea How Anti-Worker the US Supreme Court Has Become
07/02/24 - Teamsters Local 355
July 2, 2024 | OPINION | (Click image to enlarge.) The Court’s current justices are some of the most hostile to labor rights in modern US history. Under Chief Justice John Roberts, the supreme court has been supremely pro-corporate – one study even called the Roberts court “the most pro-business court in history”….
Most Americans Have No Idea How Anti-Worker the US Supreme Court Has Become
07/02/24 - Teamsters Local 992
July 2, 2024 | OPINION | (Click image to enlarge.) The Court’s current justices are some of the most hostile to labor rights in modern US history. Under Chief Justice John Roberts, the supreme court has been supremely pro-corporate – one study even called the Roberts court “the most pro-business court in history”….
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Madison, WI 53718
  office 608.255.2989 | job line 608.255.0169 from 5pm-7am Central

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