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Rich Trumka Elected as President of the AFL-CIO
Delegates to the 26th Constitutional Convention of the AFL-CIO elected Rich Trumka as the fifth president of the 11.5-million member federation.
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TCU Honors the Local Chairpersons Who Have Proudly Served for Three Terms or More
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UNITE HERE Affiliates with AFL-CIO
Newly elected AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka stood on stage with UNITE HERE President John Wilhelm to make the dramatic announcement that UNITE HERE is reaffiliating with the federation.
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President Obama—Now is the Time for Real Health Care Reform
President Obama electrified the thousands of attendees at the AFL-CIO Convention in Pittsburgh.
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New Contract Goes into Effect for NY and NJ PATH Members
A new seven year agreement between the Port Authority Trans-Hudson Corporation (PATH) and the TCU ARASA Division just became effective.
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RRB Releases Q & A on Railroad Retirement Spouse Benefits
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Updated September 11, 2009
Dennis J. O’Malley Becomes Senior Executive Director of TCU Constitution and Laws Department
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TCU Local Officers Attend Grievance Handling Class in New York
Thirty local Chairmen and Protective Committee members from several locals within units 86, 167 and 500 attended grievance handling classes recently in New York City.
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Help Support the 2009 United Way Campaign
TCU members are passionately committed to building stronger, healthier communities; the United Way has always been the strongest partner in this work.
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John Sweeney Receives Honorary Law Degree from Georgetown University
Georgetown University presented John Sweeney with the degree of Doctor of Laws in recognition of his lifelong dedication to improving working conditions and fighting for basic human rights for workers.
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TCU Representatives Attend IAM Transportation Conference and Rally
TCU International President Bob Scardelletti spoke to the assembly.
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TCU Remembers Senator Edward M. Kennedy
Kennedy was crucial in the passage of the Amtrak re-authorization and the rail safety act and critical in the passage of Railroad Retirement.
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Union Sportsman Journal Now Available Online
The Union Sportsmen’s Journal a 12-page newspaper was recently mailed to active USA members.
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TCU Remembers Teunis Vet
Former Vice General Chairman of Conrail System Board of Adjustment 86 Teunis Vet, passed away on August 15, 2009.
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Union Members are Raising their Voice for Health Care Reform
Union members are mobilizing to counter the big lies, at town hall meetings and forums around the country.
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Denise Hedges Selected as NMB Senior Mediator
he National Mediation Board (NMB) announced that Denise Hedges has been selected as the Senior Mediator.
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Re-election of International Officers
TCU International Officers re-elected by acclamation.
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Daniel Elliott Sworn In as Chairman of the Surface Transportation Board
Continuing the string of labor friendly appointments, UTU Associate General Counsel Daniel R. Elliott III was Sworn In as Chairman of the STB.
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Union Plus has Benefits for Back-To-School Needs
The new Union Plus Enews has many benefits for back-to-school.
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Dependent Social Security Number Reporting
Federal Law now requires your health plan to report Social Security Numbers.
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Another Positive Appointment by President Obama
President Barack Obama nominated NFFE-IAM General Counsel Susan Grundmann to serve as chair of the Merit Systems Protection Board.
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TCU Mourns the Loss of Former TCU International Secretary-Treasurer Leslie Earl Bosher
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TCU Joins IAM in Endorsing Richard Trumka
TCU endorses Richard Trumka, Liz Shuler and Arlene Holt Baker in their bids to lead the 10-million member AFL-CIO.
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NLRB Releases Two New Videos on its Website
In the latest innovation to its award-winning website the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) now features two new videos on the site.
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278 High Speed Rail Projects Applied for Funding
A recent FRA press release stated that 278 high-speed rail projects applied, and could be selected for, funding under the economic stimulus package.
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TCU Press Release - Disney Monorail Accident
Click here to read the TCU press release concerning the Disney Monorail accident.
Tell Your Representative to Support Real Health Care Reform
TCU is adamantly opposed to any plan that would tax our health care benefits.
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TCU Supports the Selection of Daniel Elliott to STB Chair
The TTD (of which TCU is a member) asks for a speedy confirmation of Elliott.
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Union Privilege Video Summarizes Union SAFE Program
Union Privilege has developed a five minute video summarizing the new Union SAFE programs.
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Unemployment Assistance for Union Members
As layoffs increase, union members facing financial hardship can turn to Union Plus benefits for help.
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2009 TCU Convention Page
Click here for updates and information on the upcoming TCU Convention.
TCU Attends High Speed Rail Workshops Around the Country
TCU’s message is loud and clear: Amtrak, with its unionized workers, should be the operator of choice for new high speed rail service all over the country.
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Act Now – Tell Congress No Tax on Health Benefits
Under consideration in Congress is the elimination or capping of the tax exclusion for employer-sponsored health coverage.
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Secretary Hilda L. Solis Unveils Department of Labor’s budget for 2010
Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis outlined, the President's fiscal year 2010 budget for the U.S. Department of Labor.
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TCU Supports the Nomination of Hersman as NTSB Chair
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TCU Members Working Hard to Keep LIRR Jobs
Long Island ticket agents have begun demonstrations against the ticket office closings in order to make more of the ridership aware of the benefits they provide.
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Puchala Confirmed by the Senate
Linda A. Puchala has been confirmed by the Senate as a member of the National Mediation Board.
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Employee Free Choice Act--Still needs support
It's time for Congress to pass the Employee Free Choice Act. It's time the economy worked for everyone.
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National Railroad H&W Plans Win 2009 Apex Award
UnitedHealthcare has announced that the National Railroad Plans have received a 2009 Apex Award.
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Szabo Confirmed by the Senate as FRA Administrator
Joe Szabo has been confirmed by the Senate for the Federal Railroad Administration position as nominated by President Barack Obama.
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New Union Plus Program Gives $500 to Open a New 529 College Saving Account
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Reduction of Federal Income Tax Withholding for RRB Annuitants
The RRB released adjusted benefit rates for Federal income tax withholding as required by the 2009 Stimulus package.
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Aetna National Dental Plan Corrects Coordination of Benefits Policy
The change applies only where Aetna is the secondary payer and the primary payer is another plan.
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Amtrak Announces How the 1.3 Billion in Stimulus Funding Will be Spent
Amtrak released a list of capital projects to be funded by $1.3 billion from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).
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New Program From Union Plus Can Help You Save Your Home From Foreclosure
If you are a homeowner worried about your adjustable rate mortgage or keeping up with your payments.
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TCU International President Meets With Important Administration Leaders
International President Bob Scardelletti met with; Vice President Joe Biden, Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood and Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, to put forth personally the needs of the members of TCU.
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TCU Representatives Invited to Attend Solis Swearing-In Ceremony
TCU International President Bob Scardelletti and TCU Assistant National Legislative Director Tony Padilla attend the official swearing-in ceremony of Hilda Solis as Secretary of Labor.
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Railroad Retirement Board Releases 2009 Overview of Benefits
The benefits described in this release include retirement and disability annuities provided under the Railroad Retirement Act.
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Important Dues Announcement for 2009
Dues for most TCU members who are working will increase by $2.20 per month, effective April 1, 2009.
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