A recent survey of members at BNSF, Norfolk Southern, and Canadian National found that only 31% opposed the “pattern agreement” already ratified by other rail labor unions. Read on to see how the results reflect a shift in attitude among SMART-TD railroaders, with growing interest in reconsidering this framework during the 2025 National Agreement negotiations.
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— Sep 12
Across the country, SMART-TD members were well-represented at parades and celebrations over Labor Day weekend, highlighting the strength and solidarity of our union. Read on for a recap of several popular events.
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— Sep 12
SMART Local 104 and the Bay Area Industry Training Fund hosted the Western States Apprentice Contest on July 18-19, 2025, at its Livermore, California, training center. Sixteen apprentices from five locals participated in the first contest in the region since 2011.
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— Sep 11
It’s a case of déjà vu as a Missouri Congressman tries once again to rescind the 2024 federal two-person crew (2-PC) rule, jeopardizing the safety of railroaders while appeasing the carriers and special interests. Read on to learn more about this second misguided attempt and how you can help ensure that it doesn’t become law.
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— Sep 11
In a recent SMART News clip, Brother Cole Czub (Local 898, Boston) explains why transit operator safety is top-of-mind in statehouses across the country, including in Massachusetts where an effort is underway to ensure that SMART-TD members are afforded the same protections as other public transit workers. Watch the full clip to learn more and see why our union will continue fighting until all states have similar laws on the books.
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— Sep 10
