Brother Bill Link Retires After a Memorable 53 Year Career

After exactly 53 years of service, Brother Bill Link (Local 1470) retired from Amtrak on June 27. Read on to hear what spurred his railroad career, the lessons he’s learned, and the legacy that he leaves behind for future generations.

Nebraska Reforms Standards for Rail Crew Transportation 

We tell our kids not to get into a stranger’s car because they might be a drug addict or a sex offender, but it turns out our Railroaders need to take that same advice when getting into Railroad-provided crew cabs! Read on to see how Nebraska SLD Andy Foust fought to clean up the rules that regulate who can be hired to drive crew vans in his state. SMART-TD is now working to make similar changes nationwide.

Show Your Pride, Win Shirts for Your Entire Local

Share your local pride and compete for free shirts for your local in SMART-TD's first ever Local Pride T-shirt Contest. Read on to learn how to submit a shirt and how much your local can win.

Where Do You Get Your News? Help SMART-TD Meet You There

Whether it’s Facebook, TikTok, or another site, SMART-TD is calling on all members to share where they get their news so your union can deliver timely updates directly on the platforms you already use. From safety alerts to contract negotiations, read on to learn how you can help strengthen communication, share your stories, and keep every member informed and connected.