Sisters and Brothers, The holiday season is one of joy and gratitude. Many of us will reflect on the year passed and gather with friends and family to celebrate the coming of a new one. I am always proud of the IAM Air Transport membership, but the holidays bring a refreshed appreciation for you, as […]
IAM Mourns Passing of GDA|TLC President Emeritus Merrill “Bud” Melvin
The IAM is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of GDA|TLC President Emeritus Merrill “Bud” Melvin. Bud passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 92. Few people are more important to GDA|TLC’s history than Bud. Bud began his career in Los Angeles as a railroad machinist, working his way up from the shop […]
Machinists Union Fights for Robust Funding in NDAA
The Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) yesterday. The FY 2023 NDAA has now passed the House and the Senate and heads to President’s desk for his signature. Thanks in part to the IAM’s efforts, the legislation provides for record funding levels for defense spending totaling $858.4 billion for national defense programs, including […]
Puerto Rico IAM Local 2252C Strategizes for 2023 as It Celebrates Holiday Gathering
Español IAM-Carpenters Union of Puerto Rico (UCPR) Local Lodge 2252C recently held their holiday gathering that brought together members and their families. The gathering took place at the IAM-UCPR office in Guaynabo, PR. The holiday gathering occurred after the Local’s General Assembly where leadership discussed key issues and planning strategies to strengthen Puerto Rico’s working […]
A Holiday Message From International President Martinez
Dear Sisters, Brothers and Friends of the IAM, As the holiday season is upon us, it is a time for reflection on our great union’s past year. We have concluded another successful convention and overcame many obstacles while we continue to make strides in growing our union. We have organized many diverse groups and have […]