- Tags Local 292, Members Journal, Summer 2026
News Archive
Led by SMART-TD, Kansas Makes Railroad History
A new Kansas law ensures working railroaders help preserve the industry’s history. Read on to see how the Kansas Railroad Hall of Fame came to be and the leadership role SMART-TD is playing in it.
Andrew Fudge Wins SMART-TD Endorsement in Oregon House Race
SMART-TD’s fight for Two-Person Train Crews in Oregon is moving from the State Capitol to the ballot box. After incumbent Representative Paul Evans refused to support railroaders when their bill was one vote short, read on to learn more about why SMART-TD is endorsing the candidate running to replace him.
Federal Court Upholds 2-PC
A federal appeals court upheld the two-person freight crew rule, rejecting railroad industry challenges and affirming 2-PC is in effect across the country.
Registration for Baltimore RTS Closes on Monday!
You have less than one week left to finalize your registration for the upcoming Baltimore Regional Training Seminar (RTS), which begins on August 31. Read on to get the important, last-minute details that you need to know.
Untimely Passing Leaves Conductor’s Family in a Difficult Financial Situation
Brother Keith Martineau (Local 1422, Los Angeles, Calif.) passed away on July 29, leaving his family in a tough financial situation due to months of lost income before his death. Read on to learn how you can help his family.
SMART-TD Wins Landmark BNSF Arbitration Protecting Members’ Right to Rest
A major arbitration victory earlier this week protects BNSF members' right to rest. Read on to learn more about the unique strategy that our union relied on to make this happen.
Critical Bus Operator Safety Legislation Results from Years of Advocacy
A bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. Senate this week is a direct result of a yearslong effort by SMART-TD to ensure that our bus operators are protected on the job. Read on to find out how this legislation emphasizes our reputation for working with lawmakers across the political spectrum.
Maryland Legislature Finishes the Job on 2-PC
This week, Maryland lawmakers chose to stand with rail workers when they voted to override the governor's veto of HB 862, which requires two-person crews on freight trains. Read on to see how our union's determination and persistence was the key to getting the bill over the finish line.