Sep 25, 2026 | General, News
After nearly a year of negotiations, members at San Joaquin Valley Railroad have ratified a historic five-year agreement. The contract delivers a 22.5% general wage increase, signing bonuses, improved overtime policies, and stronger work protections. Congratulations...
Sep 10, 2026 | General, News
IAM District 19 members working for Alstom in Baltimore, Maryland, have ratified a new four-year collective bargaining agreement. The agreement includes strong wage increases, a $1,400 signing bonus, and earlier access to earned vacation time. Congratulations to the...
Sep 2, 2026 | General, News
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2, 2026 – The Transportation Communications Union (TCU/IAM) and IAM District 19 have joined the Stop the Rail Merger Coalition, strengthening a growing alliance of rail labor organizations and other industry stakeholders opposed to the proposed Union...
Aug 24, 2026 | General, News
Mike Lemon Appointed District 19 General Chairman In accordance with the District 19 Bylaws, the Executive Board has approved the appointment of Brother Mike Lemon as General Chairman, replacing recently retired General Chairman Danny Tavares. Mike began his railroad...
Aug 20, 2026 | General, News
Congratulations to General Chairman Danny Tavares on his retirement after 37 years of railroad service and dedicated union leadership. Danny began his career with Amtrak in November 1989 as a machinist apprentice. Over the years, he served the membership in numerous...
Aug 4, 2026 | General, News
Congratulations to Hannah Hensley, recipient of the IAM Scholarship! Hannah is the daughter of Brother James Hensley, a dedicated 20-year IAM member employed by CSX Transportation. She exemplifies the values of academic excellence, leadership, and community service...
Jul 10, 2026 | General, News
Jun 25, 2026 | General, News
Know your contract. Enforce your contract. Protect your work. IAM Local 263 members at the Norfolk Southern Charlotte Roadway Shop recently secured another victory through strong contract enforcement. When Norfolk Southern subcontracted bargaining unit work that...
Jun 25, 2026 | General, News
Congratulations to the Machinists at SEPTA (Southern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) for ratifying their CBA. The agreement was overwhelmingly ratified by 74%. This agreement has no concessions and a 7% wage increase over 2 years.
