Category: Front Page — TD
Transportation-oriented posts to appear on the front page of the main site and in news feeds.
Regional Training Seminars coming to St. Paul, Baltimore in 2026
We are excited to announce the dates for our 2026 Regional Training Seminars! Since 2020, these seminars have provided local officers with critical tools and skills to serve our members effectively. Many 2025 sessions reached capacity, so save the date and read on for registration details. See you in 2026!
Chicago-area SMART members win big with transit funding bill
When a funding cliff threatened the well-being of SMART members and working families in Chicagoland, organized labor stepped up, eventually winning a funding bill that helps provide security and stability moving forward.
Transit Funding Boost Proposed by SMART-TD Backed Bill
The Moving Transit Forward Act reignites interest in helping transit agencies meet operational and security shortfalls. The act taps into a funding mechanism that already provides grants to city transit systems. Read on to learn more about the Act and SMART-TD's support.
California SMART-TD Brother Killed on the Job
Brother Steven “Baby Crowe” Crowe II (Local 1422, Los Angeles, CA) lost his life on the job on Dec. 3, 2025. His family has asked for our help as they mourn their sudden and unthinkable loss. Read on to learn about “Baby Crowe’s” impact on our union and how you can help honor his memory.
Union Mourns the Loss of Brother Charles Harrison
For the second time in two weeks, our union is mourning the loss of one of our own. Brother Charles Harrison (Local 847, Birmingham, Alabama) was killed in an on-duty accident over the weekend. Read on for details.
FRA Issues Grade-Crossing Safety Advisory
The FRA has issued Safety Advisory 2025-02 following several tragic shove-movement accidents, emphasizing the need for railroads to strengthen protections, visibility assessments, and operational practices at passively protected grade crossings. Read on to see how these recommendations call on carriers to improve rules and safeguards, but also to revamp and increase Operational Testing.
Amtrak To Give SMART-TD Members Holiday Bonuses
Amtrak’s Board has ended its executives-only bonus system and will instead provide $900 holiday bonuses to more than 18,000 front-line employees. Read on to see how this marks a turning point for SMART-TD members, recognizing their essential role in delivering Amtrak’s record-setting year.
Federal judge orders release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from immigration detention — General President Coleman responds
On December 11, 2025, a federal judge ordered the immediate release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from immigration detention. Read SMART General President Michael Coleman's statement in response.