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Local 1741 Ratifies Trio of Strong Agreements

August 22, 2025 Members of Local 1741 (San Francisco, California) notched several big wins in their new agreements while standing firm against the company’s attempts to get what it wanted at the workers’ expense. They join a growing list of SMART-TD locals enjoying recently ratified new contracts. Read on for details.

Cheaper to Burn Bridges than Inspect Them: Documentary Reveals Railroad Negligence

August 21, 2025 A new hard-hitting video from the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism reveals how the railroads’ widespread neglect of their bridges put our communities at risk and why that problem is about to get much worse if we don’t do something to stop it. Read on to see what we can do to spread the word.

Union Pacific Deemed “Serial Violator” of FRSA, OSHA Slaps Railroad with Hefty Penalty

August 20, 2025 A recent case underscores why the right legal representation is critical if you are punished for reporting a safety violation or injury on the railroad. Representation can be the difference between winning or losing when your job is on the line. Read on for a real-world example.

Special Focus: Fighting for members across North America

August 20, 2025 Across North America, spanning the sheet metal and transportation industries, SMART continues to fight for what matters in the face of fierce opposition: members and their families.