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Malaysian Reserve
5 days ago
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- Malaysian Reserve
TEAMSTERS CALL ON PENNSYLVANIA STATE SENATE TO SOLVE TRANSIT FUNDING CRISIS
SEPTA Funding is Critical for Workers and Millions of Passengers HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The following is a statement from Bill Hamilton, President of the Pennsylvania Conference of Teamsters; Jeff Joines, Director of Government Affairs for the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes, and Don Hill, General Chairman of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen — Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA): 'The Teamsters represent hundreds of SEPTA workers, as well as tens of thousands of union members who rely on it to get to and from their jobs every day. If Pennsylvania State Senators don't solve the $213 million budget shortfall facing our public transportation infrastructure by tomorrow, millions of passengers could start experiencing severe service cuts in only twelve days. 'Public transportation isn't just important to the greater Philadelphia area, it's critical for economic prosperity and quality of life throughout the commonwealth. Addressing this issue isn't about pitting cities against rural communities, or political factions scoring points. This is about common sense problem-solving on behalf of the entire Keystone State. 'The fact that five different bills have reached the upper chamber proves that there is no shortage of ideas for addressing the fiscal cliff Pennsylvania is currently facing. Furthermore, our lawmakers are perfectly capable of closing budgetary gaps while also preserving good union jobs, enhancing service, and putting SEPTA on sustainable footing. This is exactly what the state senate needs to do before the end of the day tomorrow. 'Pennsylvanians shouldn't have to suffer due to politicians abdicating their responsibilities. Stop bickering and figure it out.' Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit for more information. Follow us on X @Teamsters and on Facebook at Contact:Matt McQuaid, (771) 241-0015mmcquaid@
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ARIZONA PASSES TEAMSTERS-BACKED RAIL SAFETY LEGISLATION
Broad Bipartisan Support Propels SB 1074 Forward PHOENIX, June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a months-long, collaborative, and intense lobbying effort, Teamsters Local 104 and the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division (BMWED) are celebrating the passage of SB 1074 into law. The legislation, which was passed by a bipartisan coalition, represents a critical step forward for protecting rail workers and passengers. SB 1074 expands the types of vehicles that activate railroad safety signal devices to include on-track equipment, providing essential protection for workers performing track maintenance and repairs, as well as enhancing public safety at crossings across Arizona. "The passage of SB 1074 demonstrates what we can accomplish when workers and elected leaders come together for the common good," said Dawn Schumann, Statewide Political Coordinator for Local 104. "This bill protects the very people who build, maintain, and operate our rail infrastructure. Legislators from both sides of the aisle put safety first with this legislation." "BMWED members work in some of the most hazardous conditions in the transportation industry," said Jeff Joines, Director of Government Affairs for BMWED. "SB 1074 ensures additional protections are in place for our members and the communities they serve. This bill will save lives, and it's a victory for rail safety and commonsense governance." Teamsters Local 104 represents workers throughout Arizona. For more information, go to or follow us on Facebook at Contact: Trish Muir, (520) View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Teamsters Local 104 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
