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2026 AFL-CIO Convention: Delegates plan a unionized future
From June 7-10, 2026, affiliated unions of the AFL-CIO, including SMART, came together for the federation’s convention in Minneapolis, Minn.: charting a path forward for our movement and strategizing on how we can secure a UNIONIZED future. Led by General President Michael Coleman, who also served on the AFL-CIO’s Constitution Committee, SMART delegates attended to bring the voice of sheet metal and transportation members to the largest gathering of organized labor in our nation. The post 2026 AFL-CIO Convention: Delegates plan a unionized future appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 11
LISTEN: Cassity Breaks Down Railroad Safety Act in Must-Listen Podcast
Railroads are spending big bucks fighting common-sense safety reforms while spreading false claims that 2-PC is causing inflation nationwide. Read on to see how SMART-TD’s Jared Cassity exposes the truth on a podcast that came out this week. The post LISTEN: Cassity Breaks Down Railroad Safety Act in Must-Listen Podcast appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 10
Call for Rail Safety on Full Display at Big Boy Ohio Stops
As Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 swung through Northeast Ohio today, the massive crowds gathered were just as enthusiastic about the historic locomotive as they were for crucial rail safety reforms that are making their way through Congress. Read on to find out how SMART-TD encouraged those watching history roll by to get involved with a simple flyer and how you can do the same! The post Call for Rail Safety on Full Display at Big Boy Ohio Stops appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 8
LAST CHANCE to Register for St. Paul Regional Training Seminar
TOMORROW (Tuesday, June 9) is your LAST day to register for the upcoming St. Paul Regional Training Seminar (RTS)! Please make sure that all of your information is submitted by noon ET! No onsite registration will be available, and late registration is subject to an additional $125 late fee. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills! The post LAST CHANCE to Register for St. Paul Regional Training Seminar appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 8
Local 33 builds new partnerships, creates opportunities for members through organizing in West Virginia
Local 33 (Northern Ohio area) has started 2026 with strong organizing momentum, signing six new contractors to date and continuing to grow the local’s market share across multiple districts. These victories are especially significant in West Virginia, where organizing success in a "right-to-work" state requires persistence, relationship-building and commitment from the local’s staff and potential new partners. The post Local 33 builds new partnerships, creates opportunities for members through organizing in West Virginia appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 8

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