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“Powered by members,” SMART leaders work to strengthen union at 2026 Leadership Conference
The 2026 Leadership Conference theme — “Powered by Members, Strengthened by Unity” — is more than a title. Now more than ever, our union will only succeed when we remember our founding principle: We, the members, are the union. Now more than ever, we can only beat back attacks on our jobs, safety and fellow members by standing together. The post “Powered by members,” SMART leaders work to strengthen union at 2026 Leadership Conference appeared first on SMART Union. — Aug 17
SMART-TD Kansas Makes Historic Break with Political Tradition, Endorses Ty Masterson for Governor
Furthering SMART-TD's commitment to supporting candidates who stand with us, the Kansas State Legislative Board has endorsed Republican Ty Masterson for governor. Read on to learn why he earned our support directly from the Kansas State Safety & Legislative Director. The post SMART-TD Kansas Makes Historic Break with Political Tradition, Endorses Ty Masterson for Governor appeared first on SMART Union. — Aug 16
Led by SMART-TD, Kansas Makes Railroad History
A new Kansas law ensures working railroaders help preserve the industry’s history. Read on to see how the Kansas Railroad Hall of Fame came to be and the leadership role SMART-TD is playing in it. The post Led by SMART-TD, Kansas Makes Railroad History appeared first on SMART Union. — Aug 13
Andrew Fudge Wins SMART-TD Endorsement in Oregon House Race
SMART-TD’s fight for Two-Person Train Crews in Oregon is moving from the State Capitol to the ballot box. After incumbent Representative Paul Evans refused to support railroaders when their bill was one vote short, read on to learn more about why SMART-TD is endorsing the candidate running to replace him. The post Andrew Fudge Wins SMART-TD Endorsement in Oregon House Race appeared first on SMART Union. — Aug 12
Federal Court Upholds 2-PC
A federal appeals court upheld the two-person freight crew rule, rejecting railroad industry challenges and affirming 2-PC is in effect across the country. The post Federal Court Upholds 2-PC appeared first on SMART Union. — Aug 11

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