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June 6, 2022

Policy, Federal Comments

TTD Opposes Harmful Changes to Federal Drug Testing Policies

On behalf of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), I am pleased to respond to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) notice regarding the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs. TTD consists of 37 affiliate unions representing workers across all modes of transportation. The Mandatory Guidelines provide the scientific and…
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May 31, 2022

Policy, Letters To Congress

Oppose Anti-Labor Resolutions that Eliminate Ship American “Cargo Preference” Rules

On behalf of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), representing 37 labor unions across all modes of transportation and USA Maritime, a coalition of American ship operators, maritime labor organizations, and maritime trade associations, we urge you to oppose H. Con. Res. 92. This resolution, led by Representatives Jackie Walorski, Jim Costa, Michelle Fischbach and…
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May 31, 2022

Policy, Federal Comments

Unions Stand Against Sexual Assault and Harassment

The Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), the Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (MTD), the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P), the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (MEBA), Sailors’ Union of the Pacific (SUP), Seafarers International Union of North America (SIU) and the American Maritime Officers (AMO) are pleased to respond to the Maritime Administration (MARAD)…
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May 23, 2022

Policy, Federal Comments

Physical Brake Inspections Keep Everyone Safe

On behalf of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), I am pleased to respond to the Federal Railroad Administration’s notice regarding Canadian Pacific and Union Pacific’s petition for waiver of compliance and statutory exemption. TTD consists of 37 affiliate unions representing the totality of rail labor, including carmen and other rail workers who work on…
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May 23, 2022

Policy, Federal Comments

TTD Applauds STB’s Proposal on Freight Service, But More Action Is Required

On behalf of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), I am pleased to respond to the Surface Transportation Board’s proposed rule regarding Expedited Relief for Service Emergencies. TTD consists of 37 affiliate unions representing the totality of rail labor in the U.S.[1] The proposed rule would amend procedures for parties seeking a board order directing…
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May 13, 2022

Policy, Federal Comments

TTD Responds to DOT Buy America Waiver

On behalf of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), I am pleased to respond to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Proposed Temporary Waiver of Buy America Requirements for Construction Materials. TTD consists of 37 affiliate unions representing workers in construction and manufacturing who are directly impacted by Buy America policies.[1] The waiver would provide…
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May 11, 2022

Policy, Letters To Congress

TTD Calls for Passage of the Federal Firefighters Fairness Act of 2022

On behalf of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), I urge you to vote YES on H.R. 2499, the “Federal Firefighters Fairness Act of 2022,” when it is considered this week. Federal firefighters risk their lives every day protecting the American people, property, and the environment. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and…
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May 5, 2022

Policy, Letters To Congress

TTD Calls for Passage of the Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2022

On behalf of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), I urge you to vote YES on H.R. 903, the “Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2022” when it is considered next week. Every day, thousands of Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) show up to work to keep our aviation system, mass transit networks, and large…
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May 5, 2022

Letters To Congress, Policy

Oppose Anti-U.S.-flag Shipping Resolutions

On behalf of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), representing 37 affiliate unions across all modes of transportation, I urge you to oppose S. Con. Res. 37 and 38, led by Senators Coons and Ernst, that would eliminate Ship American “cargo preference” rules essential to our U.S. Merchant Marine and U.S.-flag shipping industry. These unnecessary…
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April 29, 2022

Policy, Federal Comments

TTD Responds to DOT on Oral Fluid Drug Testing

On behalf of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), I am pleased to respond to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) proposed rule regarding the Addition of Oral Fluid Specimen Testing for Drugs. TTD consists of 37 affiliate unions representing workers across all modes of transportation.[1] The proposed rule would allow the use of oral…
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