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HAPPENING TUESDAY: Join Railroaders from Across the Country for Houston Rail Labor Solidarity Rally!
Mark your calendars for the 2025 Houston Rail Labor Solidarity Rally, which is just over a month away. This annual gathering brings together hundreds of railroad workers and union leaders for a celebration of the power of our collective action. Read on to learn more about this year’s rally and RSVP!
Amtrak Operating Unions Gather in Maryland
SMART-TD organized and hosted a multi-union gathering last Saturday. The day was organized by Sister Trena Few and Brother Torryn James from Amtrak Local 1470 (Edmonston, MD), with support from Maryland SLD David Pendleton. “Events like this remind us that our unity is built in moments of fellowship and goodwill.” Read on to see how they are building community and resiliency.
SMART brings nearly 500 sisters and allies to Chicago for Tradeswomen Build Nations
Nearly 500 SMART sisters and allies from across North America traveled to Chicago, Ill., for Tradeswomen Build Nations — the world’s largest gathering of tradeswomen — from September 19-21, 2025. Alongside more than 6,000 fellow union workers, SMART members and leaders put the power of solidarity on full display.
SMART-TD to FAA: Keep Drones Out of Our Rail Yards
Railroaders know that our rail yards are no place for drones or distractions. Read on to see how SMART-TD made our case to the FAA to get these dangerous gadgets out of our members’ workplaces once and for all.
Union officers strengthen SMART member representation at revamped New Representatives class
The SMART Education Department held its New Representatives I class in St. Louis, Mo., during the week of September 15, 2025. The class, completely revamped for 2025, provided officers with the chance to develop their skills across a range of areas — ultimately benefiting SMART members.
Registration CLOSED for Atlanta Regional Training Seminar
Registration for the Atlanta Regional Training Seminar (RTS) scheduled for later this month is now CLOSED! If you missed your chance to attend an RTS this year, keep an eye out for our 2026 host cities. Read on for details.
Have a Tip? Share Your News with SMART-TD!
We end each daily Newswire e-mail with a request: Have a story? Tell the News Team. This isn’t a way to fill space: it’s a call to action to help us learn what stories we should be telling that might not be on our radar. Read on to learn how you can get involved.
New California Law Protects Transit Workers
A new SMART-TD sponsored bill was signed into law that gives transit employees and their unions the tools they need to defend workers, protect riders, and deter bad behavior before it escalates. Read on to learn more about AB 394.