Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO
America's largest transportation federation, representing 40 unions who build, operate, and maintain the nation's transportation and infrastructure systems.
- WATCH: Thanks to the Rick Smith Show for having TTD President Greg Regan on to discuss the necessary, commonsense rail safety reforms that we need to see in the freight rail industry. Workers and communities shouldn't be collateral damage as companies seek to maximize profits.
- Today, BMWED's Jeff Joines testified before members of the Senate HELP Committee on how we must improve the Railroad Retirement Board, an entity that administers retirement, sickness, & unemployment insurance benefits to hundreds of thousands of beneficiaries across America.
- On her birthday, we honor civil rights activist and icon Rosa Parks by celebrating #TransitEquityDay Accessible, affordable and safe public transit is a goal we are constantly working towards as America's largest transportation labor federation.
- On the 3rd anniversary of the toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, we're reminded that every day without action on rail safety puts communities & workers at risk. Rail labor proudly joined members of Congress & community leaders to call for passage of the Railway Safety Act.
- We were proud to join Congresswoman Lateefah Simon & transit unions in Oakland, CA to support the RIDER Safety Act. It's a sad reality that operators are confronted with violence on the job. Through this bill, trained professionals can mitigate these risks & deescalate danger on public transit.
- One year after the tragic mid-air collision near DCA, we mourn and remember the crew & passengers of Flight 5342. We implore Congress to honor them by acting to make our skies safer, and call on the House to pass the ROTOR Act. Our statement: ttd.org/news-and-med...
- Currently, exemptions & loopholes allow some foreign aircraft maintenance stations to operate under compromised standards. Today, 106 members of Congress sent a bipartisan letter urging the Federal Aviation Administration to universally enforce high standards & ensure safety in the global airspace.
- On January 25, 1890, the @umwaunion.bsky.social was founded in Columbus, Ohio. For 136 years, the Mine Workers have been an inspiring, influential force in the American labor movement, and they continue to fight for safety, strong representation and benefits for their diverse membership.
- This weekend, more than half of the U.S. will experience snow, ice, and severe cold temperatures-- but transportation workers across the country will continue to work in these conditions in order keep our country moving. We are incredibly grateful for these frontline workers!
- As America’s largest transportation labor federation, we advocate for the strongest possible protections for passenger & commuter rail workers who face risk of violence on the job. We thank Senator Tammy Duckworth & Senator John Hoeven for introducing the Passenger Rail Crew Protection Act.
- This weekend, unions gathered at the annual @aflcio.org MLK Conference in Baltimore, Maryland to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. The labor movement remains at the forefront of fostering a world that is more racially, economically and socially equitable.
- Yesterday, members of the labor movement gathered outside of the U.S. Capitol to support the Protect America's Work Force Act. Collective bargaining is a fundamental right that all workers are entitled to, and Congress must act to restore that right to our civil servants.
- Worker perspectives improve the safety of our transportation systems. We welcome the reinstatement of the Rail Safety Advisory Committee, but we urge full reinstatement of labor reps, who serve as a counterweight to powerful profit-seeking industries: ttd.org/news-and-med...
- We're thrilled to see that new Machinists Union members at Alstom in Plattsburgh, NY have ratified their first ever contract, securing increased wages and expanded benefits. Congratulations to these skilled workers who perform essential work in transportation!
- As Congress considers the upcoming Surface Reauthorization bill, union & industry groups urge lawmakers to continue prioritizing Buy America policies, ensuring the use of domestically produced iron and steel in federally funded infrastructure projects. ttd.org/policy/lette...
- On America's Work Force Union Podcast, TTD President Greg Regan discusses the recent termination of TSA workers' collective bargaining agreement, as well as efforts to restore union rights to federal workers through the Protect America's Workforce Act.
- We join the Transportation Communications Union / IAM in congratulating new National President Matt Hollis, and are proud to welcome him to the TTD Executive Committee where he'll represent tens thousands of thousands of TCU's transportation workers.
- As America's largest transportation labor federation, we stand with aviation unions in calling on the FAA to intensify its efforts address the dangerous workplace safety risks faced by airport ramp workers. ttd.org/policy/feder...
- Maritime labor congratulates Stephen Carmel on his confirmation to lead the U.S. Maritime Administration. We look forward to working alongside him to strengthen U.S. maritime capabilities, grow the maritime workforce, and ensure America remains a leader in global shipping. ttd.org/.../maritime...
- Transportation labor stands in solidarity with UCOC tugboat captains in Panama as they fight for a fair contract. The Panama Canal Authority must abide by the law and bargain in good faith with maritime workers demanding safety and dignity on the job. ttd.org/news-and-med...
- Transportation Security Officers protect the flying public & worked without pay through the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Now, the Department of Homeland Security wants to repay them by illegally terminating AFGE's union contract with TSA. Our statement: ttd.org/news-and-med...
- House passage of the Protect America's Workforce Act is a step towards reversing one of the most significant attacks on labor rights in U.S. history. Thanks to Rep. Jared Golden & Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick for leading this bipartisan bill to restore union rights for 1.5 million federal workers.
- Our nation experienced unimaginable loss after Flight 5342 crashed near DCA this year. We strongly oppose Section 373 of the NDAA which rolls back critical aviation safety standards & puts the flying public, aviation workers, & military personnel at risk. ttd.org/news-and-med...
- As emerging technology changes the landscape of American life, it's crucial that unions are involved every step of the way when tools like AI enter the workplace. Yesterday, TTD affiliates gathered to strategize for a pro-safety & pro-worker technologically advanced future.
- Last week, we joined the Association of Flight Attendants on Capitol Hill for a congressional staff briefing about the damaging health effects of contaminated air & toxic fumes on commercial aircraft. Congress can do more to protect aviation passengers & workers from this serious public health risk.
- This week, TTD and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) joined the International Transportation Learning Center board meeting in Washington D.C. to strategize on workforce development, recruitment, & research in the transit industry.
- For transportation labor, a pro-worker Surface Reauthorization bill means robust funding, high safety standards, and improvements that serve our communities. We are proud to join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Move America coalition in advocating for a modern, reliable transportation network.
- It's the season of giving! The TTD team is proud to continue our tradition of giving to the Helmets to Hardhats annual Toys for Tots holiday campaign. Donate or find your local Marine Toys for Tots Foundation chapter here: toysfortots.org
- On #TravelTuesday we're celebrating Amtrak's all-time annual record of 34.5 million passenger trips, made possible by the hardworking union employees who build, operate, and maintain Amtrak’s network.
- Labor representatives are ensuring that workers have a voice in the deployment of new technology. TTD's Greg Regan and Transport Workers Union (TWU)'s Zack Tatz recently spoke at a Carnegie Mellon University symposium about prioritizing safety as automation enters the transportation industry.
- On America's Work Force Podcast, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social President Greg Regan discusses the Protect America's Workforce Act, which would restore the collective bargaining rights of thousands of federal employees whose union contracts were nullified by the Trump Administration earlier this year.
- Last week, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social attended the International Labor Communications Association (ILCA) convention in New Orleans to hear voices from across the labor movement talk about strategizing, organizing, and advocating on behalf of working people. Solidarity forever!
- A government shutdown should not doom our national aviation system. We joined labor & industry organizations of the Modern Skies Coalition in urging Congress to insulate aviation workers and the flying public in the event of a funding lapse. ttd.org/news-and-med...
- After two years, Communications Workers of America (CWA) Piedmont Airlines employees are still negotiating living wages and benefits from their employer. These customer service, ramp & baggage agents serve the flying public everyday and deserve a fair contract NOW. action.cwa.org/letters/take...
- After a workplace injury, SMART-TD railroader David Garringer will undergo leg amputation. His employer, CSX, made $5.25 billion in operating profits last year, yet medical costs for his wheelchair will have to come out of pocket. Join us & donate: www.smart-union.org/brother-lose...
- Each Veterans Day, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social Secretary Treasurer Shari Semelsberger lays flags to honor service members alongside her father, a proud vet & union plumber. Today we salute our veterans, many of whom continue to serve our country through the workforce.
- As a new member of the Safety21 Advisory Council, TTD President Greg Regan will represent union voices in a partnership with innovators in the transportation sector to work towards a safer, more advanced network.
- We are now in the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, and many transportation professionals have received $0 despite working through multiple pay periods. Congress must #EndTheShutdown and get air safety back on track.
- The upcoming Surface Reauthorization Bill will impact millions of transportation workers. We thank members of the House Labor Caucus for advocating for safety, investment, & strong labor protections that will improve our infrastructure & support working people. ttd.org/news-and-med...
- We join the aviation community in mourning the lives lost after yesterday's UPS Airlines crash near Louisville, Kentucky. Our hearts go out to all affected family members and friends of the victims.
- On #ElectionDay, your vote is your voice! Democracy requires participation, so make sure to vote in state and local elections today. vote.org/polling-plac...
- Have a safe, happy, & union-made Halloween! 🎃 aflcio.org/halloween
- Federal workers are hurting right now and need our help. In DC, MD & VA, the Metro Washington Council's Community Services Agency has been providing emergency financial support through its Federal Worker Solidarity Fund. Join us in donating to the Fund: bit.ly/47eLWeY
- Yesterday, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social affiliates, the @aflcio.org Tech Institute, and @microsoft.com participated in a roundtable to discuss the future of AI in the transportation industry. Working people must have a seat at the table to raise safety and workforce concerns about AI.
- Today is National First Responders Day! We are grateful to firefighters and transportation workers who serve as first responders in emergency situations. Your sacrifice and dedication are integral to the safety of our communities.
- This week, thousands of air traffic controllers, aviation safety professionals, and public sector workers will miss their paychecks due to the government shutdown. After 27 long days, our aviation workforce is strained and our national airspace is less safe. #EndTheShutdown
- Transportation labor extends our deepest sympathies to the friends and loved ones of our BLET brother who worked for BNSF and was killed on the job in Montana. We cannot accept rail worker fatalities as the cost of doing business in America.
- When we think of school bus safety, we usually think of bus drivers, but railroad signal workers play a crucial role by maintaining railroad crossings. Transportation workers across modes come together every day to keep our infrastructure running! #SchoolBusSafetyWeek @brslaborunion.bsky.social
- During National School Bus Safety Week, we are grateful to all of the school bus drivers who make learning possible for so many students across the country. Remember to stay vigilant and follow traffic rules near school buses!
- On International Day of the Air Traffic Controller, we honor all of the dedicated & skilled ATCs across the world. Even in the midst of the U.S. government shutdown, National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) members are unwavering in their commitment to keeping the flying public safe.
