…that will keep the industry afloat and ensure workers receive direct compensation and benefits. The Department of Treasury has circulated a three-stage stimulus package that would include $50 billion for…
…industry, and will be reaching out in the coming hours and days to share our individual priorities. Specific to public transportation assistance in an emergency aid package, we urge you…
…public transit agencies, Amtrak and commuter rail providers that receive federal money to compensate for losses in fare box dollars or state tax revenue. Public funds must be prioritized to…
…will follow the direction of the CDC as it does in all matters of public health.” The company has not indicated publicly that it has cut any service yet. The…
…some form of industry aid, as well as protections for individuals and companies battling the virus. Labor unions and some Democratic lawmakers say that while the carriers didn’t cause the…
…President Trump’s assistance to farmers impacted by his administration’s trade wars, arguing that it represents a “bailout.” “When it comes to grants or bailouts for big companies, especially at this…
…the railroad workforce. [1] Attached is a list of TTD’s 33 affiliated unions. Larry I. Willis President [1] Attached is a list of TTD’s 33 affiliated unions. PDF Version…
…including the frontline transportation and service industry workers who stand to be disproportionately impacted by travel slowdowns and stock market drops. “Lawmakers must pursue commonsense policies, like mandatory paid sick…
…Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), Democratic Caucus Chairman, and Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL), Ranking Member of the House Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee. TTD’s Executive Committee also voted to re-elect Larry Willis as president…
…needs, Congress can ensure that we have first-class ports and harbors that are efficient domestically and competitive globally. Policy Statement No. W20-01 Adopted March 9, 2020 PDF Version …