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PHOTO GALLERY: SEPTA Drivers Provide Bulletproof Barrier Feedback
SEPTA bus drivers in Philadelphia provided real-world feedback on the bulletproof barriers that have been installed on eight of the fleet’s vehicles. Once adjustments are made, these barriers will be gradually installed on all SEPTA buses. Read on for details, including a photo gallery of today’s testing. The post PHOTO GALLERY: SEPTA Drivers Provide Bulletproof Barrier Feedback appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 6
Strong Team Smooths Transition for New Local 406
SMART-TD welcomes our newest property, Local 406, out of Missoula, Montana. Faced with daunting changes after their short line was taken over by BNSF, SMART-TD organizer Pete Trotta created a team to help everyone in 406 get up to speed. “These guys might not have known the BNSF systems yet, and they might have been BLE members, but they were railroaders just like us. Helping them was just the right thing to do.” The post Strong Team Smooths Transition for New Local 406 appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 6
Sheet metal, transportation members discuss union pride for BE4ALL challenge
The Spring 2025 BE4ALL Challenge raffle winners detailed the many ways union membership has changed their lives for the better, from health care and home ownership, to pride in the workplace. The post Sheet metal, transportation members discuss union pride for BE4ALL challenge appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 6
New Bills Pass Thanks to Teamwork and Communication
New laws in Arkansas and an upcoming bill in Wisconsin are the result of SMART-TD’s network of Safety and Legislative Directors, who help each other draft then pass laws that protect union members from coast to coast. Read on to learn how our creativity and collaboration continue to impact State Capitols across the country. The post New Bills Pass Thanks to Teamwork and Communication appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 5
SMART-TD Stands with FRA in Defense of Two-Person Crew Rule in Federal Appellate Court
Yesterday, SMART-TD stood shoulder to shoulder with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) defending the rule requiring a minimum of two crew members on freight trains (2-PC) in federal appellate court. While two groups and several carriers challenge this important rule, our legal team is standing up for our members' safety. Read on for a recap of the day's proceedings, including the vastly different arguments used by the two sides. The post SMART-TD Stands with FRA in Defense of Two-Person Crew Rule in Federal Appellate Court appeared first on SMART Union. — Jun 4

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