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SMART leaders attend NABTU Legislative Conference to secure a better deal for members, workers
In April 2026, SMART leaders gathered in Washington, DC, for the 2026 NABTU Legislative Conference. From meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to hearing from labor leaders and political candidates, union officers worked to secure a better deal for workers across the country. The post SMART leaders attend NABTU Legislative Conference to secure a better deal for members, workers appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 28
Senators Hawley and Coons Stopping Tier II Pick-Pockets
Railroad Retirement Fairness Act to stop reductions in earned Tier II benefits. Read on to see how it protects railroad families’ hard-earned retirement security. The post Senators Hawley and Coons Stopping Tier II Pick-Pockets appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 27
Tentative Agreement Reached With CPKC
A tentative eight-year agreement with CPKC includes a 32.5% wage increase, protected benefits, and quality-of-life improvements. Members will vote between April 29 and May 21. Read on for details on the TA, and what to expect in the voting process. The post Tentative Agreement Reached With CPKC appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 24
Rail Safety Becomes Public Safety Real Quick
Rigby Yard in South Portland, Maine features unmonitored RCO’s and Amtrak’s Downeaster service sharing its yard limits. Read on to see how in Maine, Rail Safety, and Public Safety go hand in hand. The post Rail Safety Becomes Public Safety Real Quick appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 23
Legislation Extends Stronger Safety Protections to Rail Workers in Rhode Island
Rhode Island could become the latest state to strengthen safety protections for our passenger rail members if a newly filed bill is approved by lawmakers. This mirrors a similar piece of legislation that passed in neighboring Massachusetts last year and was championed by SMART-TD. Read on for details. The post Legislation Extends Stronger Safety Protections to Rail Workers in Rhode Island appeared first on SMART Union. — Apr 22

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