UAW DELEGATES CONVENE FOR DAY 1 OF SPECIAL BARGAINING CONVENTION
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UAW Delegates Convene for Day 1 of Special Bargaining Convention

Advanced Layout Editor The first-ever directly-elected International Executive Board was introduced as they took their places on the stage for Convention proceedings. Newly-elected President Shawn Fain gave a rousing speech to the hundreds…
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Shawn Fain Sworn In
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UAW President Shawn Fain Sworn In

At noon today, UAW President Shawn Fain was sworn into office, completing our union's first-ever direct election of top leadership. The new International Executive Board convened immediately after the swearing-in ceremony, and is ready to get…
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Statement of UAW President Ray Curry on Repeal of Michigan’s So-Called “Right-to-Work” Law

A little over ten years ago, “Right to Work” was signed into law in Michigan, even as thousands of union members protested at the Capitol. This week, however, is the beginning of a new era for Michigan. Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed…
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Statement of UAW President Ray Curry

I want to express my deep gratitude to all UAW leaders and active and retired members for your many years of support and solidarity. It has been the honor of my life to serve our great union. Tomorrow, Shawn Fain will be sworn in as UAW president,…
Vice President Chuck Browning and Region 9 Direct Daniel Vicente Sworn In
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Vice President Chuck Browning and Region 9 Director Daniel Vicente Sworn In

Two elected UAW International Executive Board members were sworn in today:  Vice President Chuck Browning and Region 9 Director Daniel Vicente. The vote counting for President continues.
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UAW Partners with the National Child Identification Program and Lieutenant Governor Hall-Long to Protect Delaware Children

UAW to provide 360,000 identification kits to protect the children of Delaware and area states Dover, DE and Detroit, MI - Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long announces that UAW will provide 360,000 identification kits in partnership…
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UAW Statement on Contract Ratification with Caterpillar

UAW members across four locals in Illinois and Pennsylvania have ratified their new contract with Caterpillar Inc.  The terms of the contract are effective immediately.  We commend the UAW-Caterpillar bargaining team for their hard work and…
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Joint Statement from UAW, IG Metall and Volkswagen’s Group and World Group Works Council regarding VW’s new plant in South Carolina

IG Metall, the UAW and Volkswagen's Group and World Group Works Council welcome the construction of a new plant in South Carolina, where electrified vehicles will be manufactured under the traditional US brand Scout Motors. This investment will…
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UAW Statement on Tentative Agreement With Caterpillar

The UAW’s bargaining team has reached a tentative agreement with Caterpillar Inc. before the contract expiration.  Members at four locals in Illinois and Pennsylvania will review the tentative agreement and vote at upcoming ratification meetings. …
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UAW President Ray Curry Issues Statement on the Need to Pass the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act

UAW President Ray Curry discusses PRO Act with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (NY) The UAW applauds Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Chairman Bernie Sanders, Leader Jeffries, Ranking Member Bobby Scott, Representative Brian Fitzpatrick,…
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Statement of UAW on Idling of Stellantis Belvidere Plant on February 28

Last December, Stellantis NV announced its decision to idle the Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois on February 28, 2023, by refusing to put a new product into the award-winning plant. “UAW Local 1268 members at Belvidere have proudly built…
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MORTGAGE PROGRAM

Union members: Are you ready to buy a home? Look to the Union Plus Mortgage Program with financing provided by Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. With competitive rates, a variety of loan options, and unique benefits for union members, the program is…
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Statement from UAW Vice President and Director of National Stellantis Department Rich Boyer on 2022 Profit Sharing Announcement

Detroit – Our union was successful in negotiating an enhanced profit-sharing formula with Stellantis in 2019.  The new formula more accurately reflects the contributions of UAW members to the success of Stellantis. Today’s announcement…
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UAW Statement on Increasing Strike Pay to $500 Per Week

Today, the UAW International Executive Board unanimously approved increasing strike pay from $400 to $500 per week.  This increase reflects the effects of continuing inflation as well as the need for our union to prepare for an important bargaining…