Dear Sisters and Brothers: Your IAM negotiation committee met in Dallas, Texas, from Wednesday, December 11, 2024, to Thursday, December 12, 2024. During these negotiation sessions, the company and union had very productive discussions regarding several articles in the contract. We are happy to announce that we have reached tentative agreements on the following articles: […]
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Dear Sisters and Brothers: District Lodge 142 has received two complaints from a select few members concerning the 401(k) and how it is applied under the Collective Bargaining Agreement. I want to share the following membership update regarding this issue. In October 2023, District Lodge 142 entered into a Letter of Agreement with Southwest Airlines, which
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Dear Sisters and Brothers: As we gather with loved ones to celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our shared achievements and express our heartfelt gratitude. This year has been extraordinary for District 142, thanks to the dedication and trust of our members. Here are some of the things that we are truly
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Holiday Depression The holiday period from Thanksgiving through New Years Day can be a time of great joy and celebration. It can also be a time of stress, anger, fear, frustration, and disappointment. There are many causes of the “holiday blues” including stress, fatigue, separation from family, and financial concerns.Commuting, shift work, undesirable days off,
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Dear Sisters and Brothers: Air Transport District 142 is pleased to announce the District’s Women’s Committee Summit. The District’s Women’s Summit will ensure to inspire our members to envision and create strategies that will educate and empower all members to be emboldened in the workplace and beyond with union principles and values. This Summit will
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Dear Sisters and Brothers: Air Transport District 142 is eager to announce the IAM Young Workers Summit coming to the District headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. This exciting Summit is scheduled as follows:➢ Monday, January 13 and Thursday, January 16, 2025, as travel days; and➢ Tuesday, January 14 and Wednesday, January 15, 2025, for Summit engagement.
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Dear Sisters and Brothers: Every November 11, we pause to honor and express our gratitude for the veterans who have courageously served in the armed forces. Veterans Day is not just a holiday; it is a solemn observance that recognizes the sacrifices and contributions of the men and women who have worn the uniform. It
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Dear Sisters and Brothers: IAM District 142 leadership met with Southwest Airlines leadership this week to plan for the opening of contract negotiations for Network Operations Control Customer Planners (NCP). The Southwest NCP group joined the IAM in April of this year after the majority of employees signed authorization cards. The National Mediation Board recognized
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Dear Sisters and Brothers: A series of devastating tornadoes tore through communities across Oklahoma Saturday through Monday, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Homes were leveled, neighborhoods were uprooted, and countless families are now faced with the challenging task of rebuilding. The IAM’s Disaster Relief Fund and District 142’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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IAM District 142 General Chairs Kenny Champagne and April Butler, ATL Shop Stewards Denise Sylvia, Tyrone Jones, and Terry Sykes, and EAP Reps Renita Gibbs and David Jackson held informational meetings with Southwest Airlines agents in ATL today regarding the recent announcement by the company of a reduction in force. As we work through this
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