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Veterans Day/Remembrance Day 2025: General President Coleman’s message to members
General President Michael Coleman commemorates Veterans Day in the U.S. and Remembrance Day in Canada: "Today is a sacred day for SMART members and people across our two nations." The post Veterans Day/Remembrance Day 2025: General President Coleman’s message to members appeared first on SMART Union. — Nov 11
2025 Houston Solidarity Rally: barbecue, brotherhood, and building power
SMART-TD members packed Houston once again this October, for the annual Houston Solidarity Rally, joining sisters and brothers from BLET, BRS, BMWED, and additional rail unions for barbecue, bonding, and a clear message: our movement is growing. Read on to find out who else was there and to see photos of the event. The post 2025 Houston Solidarity Rally: barbecue, brotherhood, and building power appeared first on SMART Union. — Nov 10
SMART-TD’s Chris Smith Wins City Council Seat in Tama, Iowa
Iowa railroader and union leader Chris Smith was elected to the Tama City Council, bringing his long-standing commitment to transparency, fiscal responsibility, and working-class advocacy from the rail yards to local government. Read on to see how Smith’s leadership, rooted in SMART-TD values, turned community challenges into victories. The post SMART-TD’s Chris Smith Wins City Council Seat in Tama, Iowa appeared first on SMART Union. — Nov 7
NTSB Issues Two Rail Safety Alerts
This week, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued two important rail safety alerts regarding securing equipment and shoving movements. Investigators revealed recurring issues that lead to serious injury or death. Read on for details. The post NTSB Issues Two Rail Safety Alerts appeared first on SMART Union. — Nov 7
Railroader Healthcare Costs Remain Stable While National Averages Soar
While healthcare costs across the nation continue to soar, railroaders covered under the National Freight Rail Agreement will see their 2026 monthly contributions remain virtually unchanged. Read on to see how stable premiums, superior coverage, and decades of smart union negotiations keep SMART-TD members far ahead of national averages in healthcare affordability and protection. The post Railroader Healthcare Costs Remain Stable While National Averages Soar appeared first on SMART Union. — Nov 6

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