News Archive
Local 85 builds on SMART-TOOTRiS partnership to offer apprentices child care
Local 85 (Atlanta, Ga.) has an expanded partnership with TOOTRiS, offering members the existing benefit and providing apprentices monthly child care subsidies— delivering added support during the years when new members of our union are just starting their careers.
SMART-TD Score the First Goal of the 2026 World Cup
When we are talking about keeping our brothers and sisters in passenger rail safe during this summer’s World Cup, maybe we should call it the first SAVE of the tournament. Either way, read on to see how our New England Safety and Legislative Board, along with our BTAPS committee, went the extra mile to keep our brothers and sisters safe this summer.
SMART Local 9 holds first annual SMART Derby, BBQ and Car Show
SMART Local 9 members, families and friends gathered at the local’s Denver union hall on September 6, 2025, for the inaugural SMART Derby, BBQ and Car Show, a first-of-its-kind event that celebrated craftsmanship, fellowship and the future of our trade.
BE4ALL Town Hall brings leadership, nearly 200 members together in Seattle
The second-ever BE4ALL Town Hall — featuring General President Michael Coleman, SMACNA President Todd Hill and Funds Executive Director Michael Harris — brought nearly 200 SMART members and dozens of SMACNA contractors together at Seattle’s Museum of Flight to speak directly with leadership about an important initiative to strengthen the unionized sheet metal industry.
A Tribute to Brother Jack Shaver
Colorado and the rail labor movement have lost a respected leader whose influence extended across decades and generations of union members. Read on to remember Brother Jack Shaver.
Registration Open for Baltimore Regional Training Seminar
Registration is now open for the 2026 Baltimore Regional Training Seminar (RTS). This is your last chance to attend an RTS in 2026, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills and add to SMART-TD’s growing momentum. Register today!
Congratulations to Local Chairman John Lynch on His Retirement
Brother John Lynch, Local 1494 (Chicago, IL), retires after 32 years of railroad service and decades of union leadership, leaving a lasting legacy of mentorship, integrity, and dedication. Read on for more about his remarkable career.
Why Are We Sleepwalking into A Transportation Cyber War?
Iranian cyberattacks against America’s transportation systems are no longer hypothetical, and growing automation is increasing the risk to critical infrastructure, supply chains, and public safety. Read on to see why transportation workers remain America’s strongest defense and how LACMTA was just the canary in the mineshaft.