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General President Coleman brings the voice of SMART members to Congress
SMART General President Michael Coleman joined the United States Congressional Labor Caucus on April 15, 2026, to bring the voice of SMART members to Congress. The post General President Coleman brings the voice of SMART members to Congress appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 17
Cybersecurity Alert for America’s Railroads
Federal officials warn of new cyber threats targeting rail systems, including signals, crossings, and dynamic braking. Railroaders remain the last line of defense. Stay alert, trust your instincts, and report concerns. Read on to see what to watch for. The post Cybersecurity Alert for America’s Railroads appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 16
President Ferguson Puts Up 10K to Stop Racist Harassment At NS
Three years of racist radio attacks push Georgia crews to the limit, triggering a $10,000 reward and direct notice to Norfolk Southern leadership. Read on to see how SMART-TD is making it clear that WE will act, with or without the Railroad. The post President Ferguson Puts Up 10K to Stop Racist Harassment At NS appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 15
After Two Years, 2-PC Becomes Law in Virginia
On April 13, 2026, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed HB 25 into law, which requires a minimum two-person crew (2-PC) on freight trains. Despite falling victim to the former governor’s veto pen two years ago, SMART-TD members dug in and led the charge to get this critical measure over the finish line. Read on for details. The post After Two Years, 2-PC Becomes Law in Virginia appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 14
Partnership pays off for Local 12 sheet metal workers, Avalotis Corporation
Good partnerships in the union sheet metal industry don’t happen by accident. They’re built the same way anything worth a damn is built: with time, trust and hard work. That’s exactly how things got rolling between Local 12 (Pittsburgh, Pa.) and Avalotis Corporation. The post Partnership pays off for Local 12 sheet metal workers, Avalotis Corporation appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 13

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