Teamsters Local 1932

WORKERS AT THE VENETIAN RESORT JOIN TEAMSTERS

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 986 is proud to announce that The Venetian Resort has voluntarily recognized Local 986 as the exclusive bargaining agent for the resort's valet agents and traffic control officers. This organizing victory is the first time that the Teamsters have successfully been recognized at The Venetian Resort.

Key Points: 
  • This organizing victory is the first time that the Teamsters have successfully been recognized at The Venetian Resort.
  • "Congratulations to these workers on being the first group of Venetian workers to secure union representation," said Chris Griswold, Vice President At-Large for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and Secretary-Treasurer of Local 986.
  • "We are thrilled to become members of Teamsters Local 986," said Jason Carrodine, valet agent at The Venetian Resort.
  • The workers join more than 5,000 casino workers across the nation that are represented by the Teamsters.

TEAMSTERS FILE LAWSUIT AGAINST CAPE AIR AND REPUBLIC AIRWAYS

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Teamsters have filed a lawsuit against Republic Airways and Cape Air for unlawfully requiring pilots to sign employment contracts with non-compete clauses that impose penalties ranging from $100,000 to $250,000.

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  • Employer Unlawfully Imposes Non-Compete Clauses, Fines on Pilots
    INDIANAPOLIS, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Teamsters have filed a lawsuit against Republic Airways and Cape Air for unlawfully requiring pilots to sign employment contracts with non-compete clauses that impose penalties ranging from $100,000 to $250,000.
  • "The contracts that pilots at these two companies are forced to sign as a condition of employment are unlawful and we fully expect to win in court," said Josh LeBlanc, President of Teamsters Local 357 and a Republic Airways pilot.
  • The non-compete clauses that the companies are forcing on pilots require them to work at Republic Airways for a minimum of two years.
  • Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.2 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.

TEAMSTERS FILE MORE CHARGES AGAINST CANNABIS RETAILER GREEN THUMB INDUSTRIES

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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CHICAGO, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 777 has filed additional Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charges against Green Thumb Industries, the parent company of RISE dispensaries. The charges come after the workers embarked upon the longest ULP strike at a cannabis retailer in U.S. history.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 777 has filed additional Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charges against Green Thumb Industries, the parent company of RISE dispensaries.
  • The charges come after the workers embarked upon the longest ULP strike at a cannabis retailer in U.S. history.
  • "We are disappointed, but not surprised, by this latest turn of events," said Jim Glimco, Local 777 President.
  • Founded in 1937, Teamsters Local 777 represents workers in a wide variety of industries throughout the Chicago area.

SAN DIEGO TEAMSTERS REJECT SUBPAR OFFER FROM TRANSDEV

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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CHULA VISTA, Calif., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 683 members who provide transportation services in San Diego have voted by an overwhelming 95 percent to reject the latest subpar offer from Transdev. The workers have been on an unfair labor practice (ULP) strike since May 16 and will remain on the picket line until an agreement is reached.

Key Points: 
  • CHULA VISTA, Calif., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 683 members who provide transportation services in San Diego have voted by an overwhelming 95 percent to reject the latest subpar offer from Transdev.
  • "Transdev stated it was disappointed to learn Teamsters Local 683 members voted down Transdev's offer.
  • "Transdev continues to ignore the concerns of its employees that provide a service to the public and profit to Transdev."
  • Transdev workers provide transportation services for the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS).

SANTA MARIA FIRST STUDENT WORKERS JOIN TEAMSTERS UNION

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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SANTA MARIA, Calif., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Drivers and monitors at First Student in Santa Maria have voted to join Teamsters Local 986. The 58 bus workers provide student transportation for the Santa Maria-Bonita School District.

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  • SANTA MARIA, Calif., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Drivers and monitors at First Student in Santa Maria have voted to join Teamsters Local 986.
  • The 58 bus workers provide student transportation for the Santa Maria-Bonita School District.
  • The workers are now covered under the First Student National Master Agreement – the largest collective bargaining agreement at any private school bus company in the United States.
  • Teamsters Local 986 represents thousands of workers throughout the Western United States, Hawaii, Guam, and Saipan.

TEAMSTERS LOCAL 533 COMMENDS GOV. JOE LOMBARDO FOR PASSING TRANSIT BILL

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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RENO, Nev., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 533 is commending the signing of Assembly Bill 214 (AB 214) into state law by Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo. AB 214 will increase safety for transit workers by requiring transit authorities to save security footage for 10 days. It also requires them to appoint worker representatives to Transportation Resource Advisory Committees (TRACs), which make policy recommendations to the transit authorities.

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  • RENO, Nev., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 533 is commending the signing of Assembly Bill 214 (AB 214) into state law by Nevada Gov.
  • AB 214 will increase safety for transit workers by requiring transit authorities to save security footage for 10 days.
  • Now, our voices have to be heard," said Gary Watson, President of Teamsters Local 533.
  • Chartered in 1934, Teamsters Local 533 represents about 2,500 workers various trades throughout northern Nevada and eastern California, including about 220 RTC/Keolis employees.

TEAMSTERS COMMEND CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLY FOR PASSING AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE BILL, AB 316

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California Assembly Bill 316 (AB 316), a Teamster-supported bill that would require a trained human operator in autonomous vehicles weighing over 10,000 pounds, overwhelmingly passed the California State Assembly today with strong bipartisan support. It now heads to the State Senate.

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  • Bipartisan Legislation Advances to State Senate, Bill Requires Human Operator for AVs Weighing Over 10,000 Pounds
    SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California Assembly Bill 316 (AB 316), a Teamster-supported bill that would require a trained human operator in autonomous vehicles weighing over 10,000 pounds, overwhelmingly passed the California State Assembly today with strong bipartisan support.
  • The bill, first introduced in January, is authored by California Assembly Members Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D-Winters), Asm.
  • "I am thrilled that over 60 of my Assembly colleagues supported AB 316 on the floor today.
  • AB 316 is strongly supported by the Teamsters Union and the California Labor Federation.

TEAMSTERS RATIFY CONTRACT AT NUTRABLEND

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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MADERA, Calif., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Members of Teamsters Local 517 at Nutrablend – the feed division of Land O'Lakes – have voted unanimously to ratify their first collective bargaining agreement with their employer. The workers are responsible for producing animal feed.

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  • MADERA, Calif., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Members of Teamsters Local 517 at Nutrablend – the feed division of Land O'Lakes – have voted unanimously to ratify their first collective bargaining agreement with their employer.
  • "The first collective bargaining agreement is usually the hardest, but that didn't stop this incredible group of people," said Greg Landers, Local 517 Secretary-Treasurer.
  • "Their patience, unity and tenacity at the negotiating table paid off, and now they have a fantastic contract to show for it."
  • Teamsters Local 517 represents workers in industries such as dairy, aviation, transportation, health care, and a wide variety of other crafts throughout California's Central Valley.

RICHMOND TEAMSTERS VOLUNTEER WITH JACOB'S CHANCE FOR RIVER CITY BUDDY BALL EVENT

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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RICHMOND, Va., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 322 members showcased their commitment to community service and camaraderie through their participation in the Legacy Initiative for Teamsters (LIFT) program. Last month, a group of dedicated Teamsters joined forces with Jacob's Chance for their annual River City Buddy Ball event, spreading joy and inclusivity to children and young adults with special needs.

Key Points: 
  • Last month, a group of dedicated Teamsters joined forces with Jacob's Chance for their annual River City Buddy Ball event, spreading joy and inclusivity to children and young adults with special needs.
  • "We are incredibly proud of our Teamsters Local 322 members who actively participated in the River City Buddy Ball event.
  • The River City Buddy Ball event brought together participants, volunteers, and supporters for a day of adaptive sports, games, and camaraderie.
  • Through their involvement in the River City Buddy Ball event, Local 322 members demonstrated that solidarity extends beyond the workplace, reaching into the hearts of their community.

NRT SCHOOL BUS WORKERS WIN STRIKE IN MARLBOROUGH, RATIFY CONTRACT

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Friday, May 26, 2023
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MARLBOROUGH, Mass., May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a three-day strike, bus workers at North Reading Transportation (NRT) have overwhelmingly voted to ratify their first Teamster contract. These bus workers are represented by Teamsters Local 170 and provide student transportation for Marlborough Public Schools.

Key Points: 
  • MARLBOROUGH, Mass., May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a three-day strike, bus workers at North Reading Transportation (NRT) have overwhelmingly voted to ratify their first Teamster contract.
  • These bus workers are represented by Teamsters Local 170 and provide student transportation for Marlborough Public Schools.
  • "When NRT refused to offer Marlborough bus workers a fair contract, our members had no other choice but head to the picket line and make their demands heard.
  • Local 170 recently secured a new contract for NRT bus workers at Framingham Public Schools and is still in negotiations with NRT for a contract for bus workers at Westborough Public Schools.