Category: Front Page — TD
Transportation-oriented posts to appear on the front page of the main site and in news feeds.
Coal trains roll as Michigan power plant gets a lifeline
Powder River coal will continue to flow from Wyoming to Michigan, thanks to an order from the Trump Administration to keep the J.H. Campbell Power Plant in West Olive, Michigan operational for another 90 days. Keeping Campbell open means keeping us on the job and keeping the lights on in Michigan. Read on for the details.
SMART-TD Calls for Legislative Action After Firearm Incident Involving Keolis Crew Member
After a Keolis conductor was assaulted on the job last week, the need to pass transit safety legislation in Massachusetts is more urgent than ever. Current law only protects employees working for public transit authorities but doesn't include their counterparts who work for private companies. Read on to learn what happened and how SMART-TD leaders are reviving the call to pass this vital safety legislation.
Who to call if you are injured or retaliated against for reporting a safety violation on the railroad
If you are new to the railroad or are fortunate enough to have never been injured at work, you may not know about a key protection the union provides: a pool of pre-vetted lawyers who can help if you need them. Sara Youngdahl, our DLC coordinator, explains what the Designated Legal Counsel (DLC) is and when you should reach out.
Registration CLOSED for Denver Regional Training Seminar
Due to record registration for the upcoming Denver Regional Training Seminar (RTS), we have reached full capacity and cannot accommodate any more attendees. Read on for more details, including the dates of the two remaining 2025 seminars.
In Loving Memory of Brother Darryl Redmon
Local 1704 (Kansas City, MO) and SMART-TD honor the memory of Brother Darryl Redmon, General Chairperson of GO-STU (First Student 1704), whose brief but impactful tenure exemplified servant leadership, union advocacy, and compassionate service. Read on to see how his legacy endures through the lives he touched, the contracts he influenced, and the deep respect he earned among colleagues, family, and his community.
Yardmasters: The Unsung Teammates on the Front Line of Rail Labor
Yardmasters, often misperceived as management, are frontline SMART-TD union members who provide protection from flawed software and dangerous directives from upper management. As Yardmasters are stretched thin or are replaced by managers with automation software, risks quickly increase for everyone else on the road. Read on to learn why solidarity and support for these teammates is more important than ever.
Vice General Chairperson Tessitore Retires After 30-Year Career
Over the past 30 years, Vice General Chairperson Vincent Tessitore, Jr. has built a career dedicated to serving the members of the Long Island Rail Road. Rising from an Assistant Conductor to General Committee leadership, he never lost sight of the importance of fighting for his union brothers and sisters and improving the quality of life for all workers in the transportation industry. As he retires, read on to learn more about his lasting impact on SMART-TD.
A Memorial Day Message from SMART-TD President Jeremy Ferguson
On this Memorial Day, we at the SMART Transportation Division solemnly honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the United States of America. Their selfless service protects the freedoms we cherish and upholds the values that define our nation. Read on for a Memorial Day message from SMART-TD President Jeremy Ferguson.