Bipartisan New York Congressional Delegation, IAM Union Oppose Efforts to Build Brightline West Train Sets Overseas, Skirt ‘Buy America’ Protections

“Domestic content policies, such as Buy America requirements in transportation and infrastructure projects, serve the public good by targeting taxpayer dollars for the purchase of American made products and components, thereby employing U.S. workers and putting our federal tax receipts to work here at home,” said IAM International President Brian Bryant. “Buy America requirements help […]

New Florida bill could limit access to vote by mail

A senator in Florida is pushing a bill that would make it more difficult to vote by mail. Currently, people who want to vote by mail in the state of Florida simply register to vote and request a mail-in ballot. However, Senate Bill 1752, filed by state Sen. Blaise Ingolia, would change that system with […]

IAM-Championed ‘Buy American’ Defense Increase Becomes Law in Major Win for Workers, National Security

“The Buy American requirement in the NDAA is a significant and commendable step towards securing the future of our nation’s defense capabilities and the prosperity of American workers and our close allies like Canada. The Buy American requirement will support high-quality U.S. jobs, national defense, and the domestic defense industrial base. “This crucial provision will […]

‘Buy American’ policies strengthen nation’s defense, workforce

As the leader of our nation’s largest U.S. aerospace and defense labor union, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, I will always be dedicated to the principles that are the bedrock of our country’s strength: high-quality U.S. jobs, a robust national defense and a thriving domestic defense-industrial base. These principles are the essence […]

Union-Made Holiday Gift Guide!

Find that perfect holiday gift that carries a union label and is made in America. Shipping gifts this year? Make sure to ship using a union carrier like the U.S. Postal Service or UPS. Read the article.

Florida IAM Members Focus on Machinists Issues at State Council

“The Florida State Council serves as a vital platform for us to discuss and address the pressing need to educate our members and their families about issues from Washington to Tallahassee,” said IAM Southern Territory General Vice President Rickey Wallace. “The Issues discussed here will help engage our Florida members and inspire active engagement in […]

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