2+ day, 15+ hour ago  (730+ words) As working Americans continue getting hammered by higher fuel costs, the federal government is beginning to signal a major retreat from long-term passenger rail investment at exactly the wrong time. According to Politico Pro's May 8 Morning Transportation newsletter, the Federal…...

3+ day, 15+ hour ago  (733+ words) There are moments when solidarity is tested. This is one of those moments. Friends of Santa Cruz METRO officially confirmed this week that the campaign will not meet the timeline necessary to place its transit funding measure on the November…...

3+ day, 15+ hour ago  (606+ words) On May 5, 2026, the New Jersey Department of Labor adopted regulations clarifying the ABC test for'determining'whether a worker is an independent contractor or an employee. In today's world where the gig economy is an unavoidable factor, this distinction is extremely important:…...

4+ day, 14+ hour ago  (299+ words) Instead, those who knew and loved Frank are now coming together to honor his memory and support the family he cherished so deeply. Please consider joining Local1570 in support. Thefundraiser was organized by Local 1570 Chairperson Ray Kress and others who worked…...

4+ day, 15+ hour ago  (278+ words) Now, the FAA has announced a proposed rule that could significantly restrict drone operations around transportation facilities, including rail infrastructure. While this proposal is broader than rail alone, it's clear that the concerns raised by frontline transportation workers are finally…...

6+ day, 21+ hour ago  (22+ words) The SMART Roofing and Building Enclosure Council works to improve the lives of SMART members in roofing, architectural sheet metal and more....

5+ day, 14+ hour ago  (305+ words) Pittsburgh welcomed SMART leaders, staff and members as the Recruitment and Retention Council kicked off the first day of the Three-Pack Attack " the three-day meeting of the Recruitment and Retention, Production and Sign, and Roofing and Building Enclosure Councils. The…...

6+ day, 15+ hour ago  (444+ words) With deep respect for the powerful impact that he left on our union and his enduring legacy, SMART-TD announces the passing of Brother Richard A. "Smitty" Smith (Local 1973, Chicago, Ill.), who passed away on May 4, 2026, at the age of 81. Renowned as a…...

6+ day, 22+ hour ago  (224+ words) SMART Union Your union fought for this agreement, and we won it because our members demanded real protection. Stakes are too high for empty promises, misleading headlines, and corporate spin. While the media and other railroads keep pushing hype and…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (229+ words) SMART Local 398 members from San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) and North County Transit District (NCTD) came together in February and April 2026 for two impactful rounds of training designed to educate, empower and build stronger connections within their workplace and…...