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Snipers test bulletproof barriers for SEPTA: SMART-TD was there
A new type of glare-resistant, bulletproof barrier has been installed in eight SEPTA buses, and SMART-TD got a live, in-person look at the most recent round of testing. Read on to see the results and learn what this means for transit workers across the country. The post Snipers test bulletproof barriers for SEPTA: SMART-TD was there appeared first on SMART Union. — Mar 4
Thursday Arrangements Scheduled for Former New England Safety & Legislative Director
Our union mourns the loss of Brother George Casey, a 55-year union member who passed away on Saturday, March 1, at the age of 74. Arrangements are scheduled for this upcoming Thursday, March 6. Read on to learn about Brother Casey’s 50-year Amtrak career and the legacy that he’s left with SMART-TD. The post Thursday Arrangements Scheduled for Former New England Safety & Legislative Director appeared first on SMART Union. — Mar 4
UPDATE: Arrangements Announced for Brother Dan Bonawitz’s Celebration of Life
UPDATE: Arrangements announced for the Celebration of Life for 2023 SMART-TD Man of the Year, Dan Bonawitz (Local 1409 Kansas City, Kansas). We mourn the loss of Dan Bonawitz, a dedicated union brother who spent nearly two decades fighting for workers' rights, safety, and equality. His tireless advocacy has left an impactful legacy within the SMART-TD community. The post UPDATE: Arrangements Announced for Brother Dan Bonawitz’s Celebration of Life appeared first on SMART Union. — Feb 26
SMART Local 137’s James Heinzman provides update on Project 2025, Trump administration’s actions related to union members
Throughout the election, then-candidate Donald Trump denied any connection with Project 2025. But since taking office, SMART Local 137’s James Heinzman (New York City) told SMART News, his executive actions and several administrative appointees have closely followed the playbook. The post SMART Local 137’s James Heinzman provides update on Project 2025, Trump administration’s actions related to union members appeared first on SMART Union. — Feb 26
BTAPS expands safety push to all 50 states with new legislative tech
SMART-TD prepares for best-of-class safety legislation with a new tool that allows the union to remix existing laws into new bills. Read on to learn how the new bill tracker will help the Bus and Transit Assault Prevention and Safety (BTAPS) Committee create safer workplaces from coast to coast. The post BTAPS expands safety push to all 50 states with new legislative tech appeared first on SMART Union. — Feb 25

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