News Archive
Railroad Day in Washington results in renewed awareness and support
Thirty-eight SMART-TD representatives from 20 states led the way during Railroad Safety Day on the Hill. In total, SMART held 130 meetings to highlight rail worker issues and pending legislation.
AFL-CIO TTD, industry encourage full funding of RRB
The AFL-CIO Transportation Trades Department coalition, of which the SMART-MD and SMART-TD are part, sent the following letter to Congress in conjunction with rail industry representatives on May 21.
SMART-TD improves railroad safety one statehouse at a time
Ever wonder how your calls and letters make a difference? We pull back the curtain on our recent legislative win in Colorado to reveal the slow but steady progress that comes from our collective efforts.
The Railroad Injury Report: The most important document in your FELA case
This article was contributed by Robert Harrington of Dunn Harrington LLC. Follow this link for information about the SMART-TD Designated Counsel. The railroad personal injury report is generally the first exhibit used at any Federal Employers’ Liability Act trial in the [...]
SMART MAP Canada session aims to increase mental health awareness and knowledge for members and families
On March 26-28, SMART MAP held a mental health session in Toronto specifically tailored to Canadian members,
SMART-TD hosts Kansas legislators on excursion train ride
SMART Transportation Division representatives in Kansas show legislators the importance of safety on the rails.
Spring 2024 SMART Members’ Journal is now online
The Spring 2024 SMART Members’ Journal is now online. Featuring messages from SMART International leadership, union and industry news, local union updates, service awards and much more, this edition of the journal puts a particular focus on our union’s recent policy victories [...]
SMART-TD supports workers in Boeing lockout
The SMART Transportation Division supports the efforts of unionized firefighters in Washington in their labor dispute with Boeing.