Category: Front Page
SMART-TD’s Chris Smith Wins City Council Seat in Tama, Iowa
Iowa railroader and union leader Chris Smith was elected to the Tama City Council, bringing his long-standing commitment to transparency, fiscal responsibility, and working-class advocacy from the rail yards to local government. Read on to see how Smith’s leadership, rooted in SMART-TD values, turned community challenges into victories.
NTSB Issues Two Rail Safety Alerts
This week, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued two important rail safety alerts regarding securing equipment and shoving movements. Investigators revealed recurring issues that lead to serious injury or death. Read on for details.
Railroader Healthcare Costs Remain Stable While National Averages Soar
While healthcare costs across the nation continue to soar, railroaders covered under the National Freight Rail Agreement will see their 2026 monthly contributions remain virtually unchanged. Read on to see how stable premiums, superior coverage, and decades of smart union negotiations keep SMART-TD members far ahead of national averages in healthcare affordability and protection.
SMART-TD Mourns the Loss of Sister Tanya Perry
Local 1565 is deeply saddened to announce the tragic loss of Sister Tanya Perry, a beloved Metro bus operator who was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver while on duty in Los Angeles. Read on to see how her union family, community, and loved ones are honoring her memory and seeking justice in the wake of this heartbreaking loss.
SMART Canada applauds Federal Budget 2025 for major investments in infrastructure and union training programs
SMART Canada welcomes the Government of Canada’s 2025 Federal Budget, which makes historic investments in infrastructure and skilled trades training, bringing major wins for the unionized construction industry across the country.
Call to Action in Mass.: Transit Safety Legislation Up for Final Vote
The Massachusetts State Senate is holding an important vote tomorrow (Thursday, November 6, around 11:00 am) to solidify stronger safety protections for transit workers. All available members are asked to attend and show their support. Read on to learn more about the legislation and why this vote is critical.
New Jersey’s “Vote Labor” Push led by SMART-TD’s Ron Sabol
IBEW Local 269’s hall in Trenton, New Jersey, was a hive of activity on Election Day as more than 500 union members, led by SMART-TD's Ron Sabol, worked in shifts to canvass neighborhoods, drive voters to the polls, and make calls to build support for pro-union candidates at every level of government. Read on to learn more about their effort and how you can help build our future.
Better Short-Term Disability Benefits Coming in 2026
Both rail and bus members who are enrolled in SMART-TD's Voluntary Short-Term Disability Plan (VSTD) will keep more of their hard-earned money in their pockets in 2026. Read on for details.