News Archive
New Social Security Fairness Act benefits retired railroad workers
Signed on January 5, the Social Security Fairness Act will impact many SMART-TD members and their families. Read on to learn more about the specifics of this new law, including if the repealed reductions apply to your individual situation.
Brother Charles “Chuck” Cheek Passes Away After Battling Stage 4 Cancer
After a hard-fought battle against Stage 4 cancer, Brother Charles "Chuck" Cheek passed away last month at the age of 53. Read on to hear how our SMART-TD union family came together to assist with his mounting medical expenses and show what solidarity is all about.
With a unanimous vote, Wilmington Terminal Railroad joins SMART-TD
Following a unanimous vote, Wilmington Terminal Railroad is the newest addition to the SMART-TD family! Read on to learn why the workers’ journey to union membership was anything but easy and how long they fought for a voice on the job.
SMART members fight for a just future at Martin Luther King Conference
Members of the SMART RISE Committee attended the 2025 Martin Luther King Conference in Austin, Texas, in January, building solidarity with fellow union members as we look to strengthen our movements.
SMART, TOOTRiS announce groundbreaking initiative to deliver childcare benefits to United States members
On January 16, 2025, SMART announced a transformative partnership with TOOTRiS, the nation’s leading provider of on-demand childcare services, to offer childcare benefits to members across the United States. This pioneering collaboration establishes SMART as the first building trades union in the country to adopt wrap-around childcare benefits for its members, with the benefit activating February 1, 2025, for participating local unions.
Longtime ally of union workers elected minority leader of Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Material Subcommittee
The SMART Transportation Division (SMART TD) congratulates Congresswoman Dina Titus (D-Nevada) on her selection to serve as the Ranking Minority Leader of the House Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee.
SMART-MD members ratify agreement with National Carriers’ Conference Committee-represented railroads
On January 13, 2025, SMART Railroad, Mechanical and Engineering Department (SMART-MD) members ratified the national agreement with the National Carriers’ Conference Committee (NCCC)-represented railroads. The five-year agreement is virtually identical to other freight rail a [...]
UPDATE: New Information Available on California Wildfire Relief For Members
As the devastating wildfires continue to burn in California, this catastrophe is likely far from over. Read on to learn about important updates to applying for assistance from SMART-TD’s Disaster Relief Fund, including what criteria and information is needed to receive help.