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The Hidden Costs of Paying 15% for Health Insurance: A Reality Check for IAM Machinists at CSX
Aug 26

The Hidden Costs of Paying 15% for Health Insurance: A Reality Check for IAM Machinists at CSX

Union members at CSX, especially those represented by the International Association of Machinists (IAM), face a challenging landscape regarding healthcare costs. Paying 15% of the Carrier’s monthly payment for insurance seems like a straightforward deal, but it can have significant financial implications. The average increase in healthcare costs in America typically ranges between 3-5% annually,…

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The Future of District Lodge 19
Jun 11

The Future of District Lodge 19

The recent election within District Lodge 19 has ignited profound concern among our members. According to the latest dues payer sheet, our membership count for March stood at 7,213. Astonishingly, only 1,634 members participated in the election of our president and recording secretary. This participation rate constitutes a mere 22.65 percent of the membership—a shockingly…

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Seizing the Moment: Why Organizing Workforces is Essential and Beneficial
Oct 20

Seizing the Moment: Why Organizing Workforces is Essential and Beneficial

There has never been more appropriate a time to organize workforces. It is imperative that workers have a united voice in this era of economic upheaval and widening inequality. There are several advantages to organizing a workforce, including better pay and working conditions, job stability, and a bigger say in decisions. It gives employees greater…

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Rail Worker And Community Safety Act
Oct 3

Rail Worker And Community Safety Act

U.S. Reps. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) and Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) have introduced the proposed Rail Worker and Community Safety Act, which calls for mandatory two-person rail crews on all Class Is and other federal rail safety regulations. Over the past year, the nation has been witness to a distressing number of train derailments, exceeding 1,000 in…

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Free Tuition No Longer!
Jul 29

Free Tuition No Longer!

The U.S. Department of Education has dealt a significant blow to union members by terminating the free tuition program previously provided to them and their families. The focus of this decision was primarily on one institution, Eastern Gateway Community College. The Department informed the college that it must cease enrolling students in its unique online…

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New Tentative Agreement Protects Against Healthcare Cost Increases
Oct 30

New Tentative Agreement Protects Against Healthcare Cost Increases

With inflation on the rise, we know that too many workers are stressed about healthcare costs. According to a recent Gallup survey, four in 10 Americans have had to cut spending in other ways to cover rising healthcare costs. Fortunately, the new Tentative Agreement has provisions to protect you from out-of-control cost increases. Worker healthcare contributions are…

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