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TWU Tech Newsletter: Another Bus Bites the Dust
Posted OnMarch 18, 2025 byThis is the monthly edition of the Transport Workers Union’s Transportation Technology Newsletter. We aim to inform and educate our members, the labor movement, the public and policymakers about developments in transportation technology – and what the TWU is doing to ensure that new technology doesn’t undermine safety or harm the livelihoods of hard-working blue-collar…Read More…
The TWU Congratulates New Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer
Posted OnMarch 11, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America supports the U.S. Senate confirmation of Lori Chavez-DeRemer as President Donald Trump’s Labor Secretary – ensuring that a strong leader for workers will lead the Labor Department. “Lori Chavez-DeRemer has a strong track record of standing up for working people. The TWU congratulates and looks forward to working with…Read More…
TWU International Names 2025 Interns
Posted OnMarch 7, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America is proud to announce interns who will travel to Washington, DC for four weeks to learn more about the TWU International’s work and engage with key lawmakers and policy officials on critical issues that affect transport workers across the country. The 2025 interns are Roy Soria, Local 556…Read More…
The TWU Supports New Bipartisan Bill Aimed at Speeding Up Contract Talks
Posted OnMarch 6, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America is endorsing a new bill, The Faster Labor Contracts Act, that compels employers to begin union contract negotiations within 10 days of a successful vote in favor of union representation. “Greedy corporations use delay tactics to their advantage – denying workers a life-changing contract for years in some…Read More…
The TWU Strongly Endorses the Reintroduction of the PRO Act
Posted OnMarch 5, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America strongly supports the introduction of the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act, which strengthens the collective bargaining rights of workers. “It is time for Congress to step up and support workers,” said TWU International President John Samuelsen. “Republicans and Democrats alike talk a good…Read More…
PSA Flight Instructors Vote to Join the TWU
Posted OnMarch 5, 2025 byFlight Instructors at PSA Airlines voted overwhelmingly today to join the Transport Workers Union of America. “This is another victory for workers moving to enhance their economic security. Now we fight to win that all-important first contract that will lock-in improvements in wages and working conditions for these hardworking Flight Instructors and their families,”…Read More…
TWU Secures New Contract for Sun Country Airlines Dispatchers With Major Raises
Posted OnFebruary 14, 2025 byAircraft Flight Dispatchers at TWU Local 592 overwhelmingly ratified a new contract for 32 Aircraft Flight Dispatchers at Sun Country Airlines that will raise pay by at least 36% with an average increase of 43%. “We are pleased to have reached a new contract quickly that includes significant raises for hardworking Flight Dispatchers. A 36…Read More…
TWU Tech Newsletter: China Makes AV Moves
Posted OnFebruary 13, 2025 byThis is the monthly edition of the Transport Workers Union’s Transportation Technology Newsletter. We aim to inform and educate our members, the labor movement, the public and policymakers about developments in transportation technology – and what the TWU is doing to ensure that new technology doesn’t undermine safety or harm the livelihoods of hard-working blue-collar…Read More…
Op-Ed from John Samuelsen: Why Democrats Should Support Trump’s Labor Secretary Pick
Posted OnFebruary 11, 2025 byThis op-ed from TWU International President John Samuelsen appeared in the New York Daily News.
There is a new reality in play in the White House and his name is Donald Trump. And like it or not, many unionized workers voted for himRead More…
The TWU Strongly Supports Marc Molinaro’s Nomination to Lead the FTA
Posted OnFebruary 4, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America – which represents tens of thousands of transit workers across the country – strongly supports the nomination of Marc Molinaro to lead the Federal Transit Administration. “Marc Molinaro was a strong advocate for public transit in downstate New York while serving in Congress his experience will be essential for…Read More…