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WASHINGTON, Sept. 14, 2022 – Approximately 4,900 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 19 have voted to reject the Tentative Agreement with the National Carriers’ Conference Committee (NCCC).
The vote reportedly authorizes a strike, a move that would threaten to disrupt the transportation of a range of goods and services and further exacerbate ongoing supply chain problems.
Reportedly, lawmakers in Congress are planning measures to block a walkout.
IAM District 19 released the following statement regarding the vote:
“The Tentative Agreement has been rejected and the strike authorization vote was approved by IAM District 19 members. Out of respect for other unions in the ratification process, an extension has been agreed to until Sept. 29, 2022 at 12 p.m. ET. This extension will allow us to continue to negotiate changes with the NCCC in the hopes of achieving an agreement our membership would ratify.
“IAM freight rail members are skilled professionals who have worked in difficult conditions through a pandemic to make sure essential products get to their destinations. We look forward to continuing that vital work with a fair contract that ensures our members and their families are treated with the respect they deserve for keeping America’s goods and resources moving through the pandemic. The IAM is grateful for the support of those working toward a solution as our members and freight rail workers seek equitable agreements.”
IAM District 19 represents Locomotive Machinists, Track Equipment Mechanics and Facility Maintenance Personnel at NCCC freight rail carriers.
