“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 […]
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‘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 […]
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MACHINISTS UNION MOURNS DEATH OF PEYTON BREWER-ROSS, IAM LOCAL S6 MEMBER LOST IN LEWISTON, MAINE TRAGEDY
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) extends its heartfelt condolences to the city of Lewiston and the entire state of Maine in the wake of this senseless mass shooting. We were devastated to learn that the tragedy has claimed the life of IAM Local S6 member Peyton Brewer-Ross, an esteemed Local S6 […]
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 […]
Florida District 166 Hosts Second Annual Bowling Fundraiser for Guide Dogs of America
District 166 held its second annual bowling fundraiser for Guide Dogs of America | Tender Canines (GDA | TLC) in Titusville, Fla., recently. The bowling event always takes place on National Bowling Day and raised more than $6,500 to benefit GDA | TLC. Over 100 participants from District 166, Local 2061, Local 610, Local 773, […]
A Tale of Two Administrations: A Comparative View of the Impact on Labor – Biden vs. Trump
In the midst of President Biden’s historic trip to the UAW picket line and former President Trump’s political rally in Michigan, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), representing a diverse membership of over 600,000 individuals, proudly stands in support of President Biden as a stalwart champion for working families in the United […]
Pennsylvania Local 2171 Ratifies Strong New Deal with Lockheed Martin
Nearly 350 members of IAM Local 2171 (District 98) in Johnstown, Pa., have ratified a strong new contract with Lockheed Martin. Members will see an immediate average pay increase of 11.5% in the first year for members in the wage progression and an 8.3% for those not in the wage progression, as well as yearly […]
IAM Stands in Solidarity with UAW Members at Big 3 as President Biden Lends Historic Strike Line Support
Robert Martinez Jr., International President of the 600,000-member International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), released the following statement strongly supporting United Auto Workers (UAW) members on strike: “The IAM stands in unwavering solidarity with UAW members standing up for justice at the Big Three. These members have our full support for taking a courageous […]