On The Hill
The TWU Supports New Bipartisan Bill Aimed at Speeding Up Contract Talks
Posted OnMarch 6, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America is endorsing a new bill, The Faster Labor Contracts Act, that compels employers to begin union contract negotiations within 10 days of a successful vote in favor of union representation. “Greedy corporations use delay tactics to their advantage – denying workers a life-changing contract for years in some…Read More…
The TWU Strongly Endorses the Reintroduction of the PRO Act
Posted OnMarch 5, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America strongly supports the introduction of the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act, which strengthens the collective bargaining rights of workers. “It is time for Congress to step up and support workers,” said TWU International President John Samuelsen. “Republicans and Democrats alike talk a good…Read More…
Barnard College Assault
Posted OnFebruary 27, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union today blasted Barnard College protesters for injuring a blue-collar Security Officer – and criticized the college for consistently ignoring officers’ safety concerns.Read More…
Op-Ed from John Samuelsen: Why Democrats Should Support Trump’s Labor Secretary Pick
Posted OnFebruary 11, 2025 byThis op-ed from TWU International President John Samuelsen appeared in the New York Daily News.
There is a new reality in play in the White House and his name is Donald Trump. And like it or not, many unionized workers voted for himRead More…
The TWU Strongly Supports Marc Molinaro’s Nomination to Lead the FTA
Posted OnFebruary 4, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America – which represents tens of thousands of transit workers across the country – strongly supports the nomination of Marc Molinaro to lead the Federal Transit Administration. “Marc Molinaro was a strong advocate for public transit in downstate New York while serving in Congress his experience will be essential for…Read More…
TWU Supports DOT Suing Southwest Airlines for Chronically Delaying Flights, Applauds Frontier Fine
Posted OnJanuary 17, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America, the union representing Flight Attendants and Ramp, Operations, Provisioning, and Freight Agents at Southwest Airlines, applauded the Department of Transportation’s lawsuit against Southwest that seeks maximum civil penalties for the airline’s unrealistic scheduling. “Southwest is hurting workers and the traveling public by refusing to staff their operations properly to ensure…Read More…
TWU responds to federal report on the ‘plague’ of assaults
Posted OnJanuary 16, 2025 byThe Federal Transit Administration on Thursday released an initial analysis of transit agency responses to a General Directive regarding assaults issued last year. Agencies were directed to assess risks, implement strategies to protect workers, and take other actions. “The plague of assaults against transit workers is beyond reprehensible. We go to work to provide a service, not…Read More…
Victory! Onboard Workers at Brightline Vote to Join the TWU
Posted OnJanuary 14, 2025 byOnboard Attendants and Lead Attendants on the Brightline railroad in Florida voted today, Tuesday, January 14, 2025, to join the Transport Workers Union of America. The National Mediation Board announced the election results in Washington, D.C., after weeks of balloting and an aggressive anti-union campaign by the privately-owned company. Brightline has about 100 Onboard…Read More…
A Victory for Safety: Feds Side with TWU Over Autonomous Trucking Companies
Posted OnJanuary 6, 2025 byThe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rejected a petition from autonomous trucking companies seeking to replace traditional warning devices used when a truck breaks down with cab-mounted beacons – a victory for The TWU which argued in 2023 the petition “would significantly diminish the safety of our roads.” Autonomous vehicle companies Waymo and Aurora…Read More…
TWU Applauds DOT Fine of JetBlue for Chronic Delays – Caused by the Airline’s Failure’s Failure to Invest in Workers
Posted OnJanuary 3, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America – the union that represents Flight Attendants and Ground Simulator Instructors at JetBlue Airways – supports the Department of Transportation’s $2 million fine of JetBlue for chronically delaying flights. “JetBlue management is intentionally causing chronic delays through massive understaffing across the board,” said TWU International President John Samuelsen. “Instead…Read More…