When the Big Beautiful Bill was passed in July, workers governed by the Railroad Labor Act were not included in a tax break on overtime pay. Today, September 19, 2025, a SMART-TD-backed bill was introduced in Congress to include us in the tax exemption. Read on to learn more about the bill and how you can help get it passed.
The post Overtime Relief for Railroaders Introduced in Congress appeared first on SMART Union.
— Sep 19
SMART-TD members created a series of videos highlighting the importance of the union’s Discipline Income Protection Program (DIPP). Read on to see how they emphasize how job insurance safeguards financial security during discipline or suspension, protecting not just income but also families and futures.
The post Members’ Videos Spotlight Job Insurance Program (DIPP) appeared first on SMART Union.
— Sep 18
SMART-TD respectfully requests that all of our veteran members update their status and information in TD Connect as soon as possible. This helps to maintain a strong line of communication, address the needs of our veteran members, and guarantee the recognition and support they deserve. Read on for details.
The post ATTENTION VETERANS: Update Your Status in TD Connect appeared first on SMART Union.
— Sep 17
The SMART Education Department and Production Workers Department held the third annual Production Institute in Indianapolis, Ind., during the week of August 25, 2025 — bringing together union officials from across North America, including rank-and-file stewards, to train on how to effectively represent SMART production members.
The post Third annual Production Institute trains leaders, graduates first class appeared first on SMART Union.
— Sep 17
York D. Poole, III—known to railroaders across the Eastern United States as simply “York”—fought to defend railroaders from the abusive practices of the corporations that employ them. His success as the first ever dedicated independent investigator revolutionized the way Designated Legal Counsel (DLC) firms gather evidence to defend railroad workers. Read on to learn why he deserves to be remembered.
The post Obituary: York Dudley Poole III appeared first on SMART Union.
— Sep 17
