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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.
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— Jan 14
SMART-TD bids a heartfelt farewell to FRA Administrator Amit Bose, thanking him for his transformative leadership, advocacy for rail workers, and lasting contributions to improving safety and labor conditions in the rail industry. Read on to see the many contributions Administrator Bose made to the lives of our SMART-TD members.
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— Jan 14
The first glare-resistant and bulletproof driver barriers are set to be installed on the first of eight Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) buses tomorrow. Read on to learn more about why these barriers were necessary, SMART-TD's role in selecting the barriers, and the impact that they’re expected to have on drivers’ safety.
The post PRESS RELEASE: SMART-TD Helps Secure Crucial Win For Worker Safety appeared first on SMART Union.
— Jan 13
A member of Local 1629 who served as the Arizona State Safety and Legislative Director (SLD) for nearly 18 years, Brother Scott Olson was known for his reliable presence at local union meetings and active engagement within SMART-TD and was a respected member of our union family. Read on to hear the memories of those who worked directly with him.
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— Jan 13
California is once again battling devastating wildfires, and many of our SMART-TD members are on the frontlines, both as victims and first responders. Read on to learn how to receive help from SMART-TD's Disaster Relief Fund if you've been affected or how to donate to the cause of helping our brothers and sisters in their time of need.
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— Jan 10
