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Operator Antonise Walton Recognized for Courage After Culver City Shooting
Bus operator Antonise Walton earned recognition for courageous action after a recent deadly shooting. Read on to see how the city of Santa Monica honored her heroism. The post Operator Antonise Walton Recognized for Courage After Culver City Shooting appeared first on SMART Union. — Oct 30
Workers vote to join SMART Local 71 in western New York
On October 8, 2026, workers at Niagara Industrial Mechanical Services in western New York voted 9 to 4 in favor of union representation with SMART Local 71, showcasing the workers’ determination to secure the pay, benefits and collective power that they deserve. The victory also marked the local’s first National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) election victory in more than a decade. The post Workers vote to join SMART Local 71 in western New York appeared first on SMART Union. — Oct 30
Help Our Brother Win Children’s Miracle Network’s SuperDad Competition
Railroad dad and SMART-TD member Ben Kruep needs your vote. Read on to learn more about his SuperDad bid and the surprising connection it has to Hollywood and our union. The post Help Our Brother Win Children’s Miracle Network’s SuperDad Competition appeared first on SMART Union. — Oct 27
Special Focus: Powered by Members, 2026 Leadership Conference brings SMART leaders to Chicago
Since 2022, SMART sheet metal and Transportation Division leaders have gathered each year for our union’s Leadership Conference — an opportunity for SMART leaders to learn from one another, build solidarity and strategize to win for members in the months ahead. In 2026, that mission is more important than ever. In a time of rising prices, relentless attacks and governmental chaos in the United States, solidarity, togetherness and a strong sense of purpose will be critical to our union’s strength moving forward. The post Special Focus: Powered by Members, 2026 Leadership Conference brings SMART leaders to Chicago appeared first on SMART Union. — Oct 27
Fighting for our future
General President's Message The post Fighting for our future appeared first on SMART Union. — Oct 27

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