Rapid Response News
Rapid Response Action Call: You Have the Power to Defeat Right-to-Work in New Hampshire!
Last week, we shared important information about House Bill 238-FN, the latest attempt to pass a "Right-to-Work" law in New Hampshire. Now, it’s time to take action.
Rapid Response Action Call: Michigan Steelworkers Tell Governor Whitmer to Save Public Employees’ Healthcare
Rapid Response Feedback Report: Social Security Benefits Restored for Public Employees!
On Sunday, January 5, 2025, President Biden signed H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act into law. In November, H.R. 82 passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 327 to 75.
2024 Highlights: Rapid Response in Action!
Today we bid farewell to the 118th U.S. Congress and welcome in the 119th. We wanted to take this moment to reflect on just a few of the remarkable achievements of 2024.
Rapid Response Feedback Report: U.S. Senate Blocks NLRB Nominees in Key Vote
On Dec. 11, the U.S. Senate rejected the confirmations of two nominees to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Here's what union members can expect.
Rapid Response Action Call: We Need Quick Action, Michigan Steelworkers!
Right now, the Michigan House is considering two dangerous bills, HB 6056 and HB 6057, that aim to undercut major wins for workers, including guaranteed paid sick leave. It's time to act!
Rapid Response Action Call: Restore Social Security Benefits for Public Sector Workers!
Workers Don’t Want a Handout – They Need a Hand Up. Tell Congress to Reauthorize TAA Now!
Tell Congress to Stop Leaving Workers Behind and Reauthorize TAA Now!
Rapid Response Feedback Report: Thank You, Indiana Steelworkers!
Rapid Response Info Alert: Steelworkers, We Need You This Thursday in Ohio!
Rapid Response: Feedback Report: Great Work, Massachusetts Steelworkers!
The legislative session has ended in the Massachusetts statehouse, and we are thrilled to report that we were successful in two key USW issue areas.
Rapid Response Feedback Report: Great Work, Illinois Steelworkers!
The legislative session has ended in the Illinois statehouse, and we are thrilled to report that, with your help, we were successful in ushering through two bills we lobbied on at the District’s Illinois Lobby Day back in April.
Rapid Response Activists Deliver Message of Good Jobs and Fair Trade to Capitol Hill
Jessie Newson Jr. of Local 7686 led 700 of his fellow USW members on a march and rally in Washington, D.C., this spring as they called on Congress to restore the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) program, a crucial support system for displaced workers.
Rapid Response Feedback Report: The "Citizens Not Politicians" Amendment Will Be on the Ballot in November
For decades in Ohio, politicians and lobbyists have manipulated voting districts through a process called gerrymandering. It means decision makers are carving out voting districts to protect their interests and guarantee their re-election.
Rapid Response Info Alert: We Need to Hear from You, Michigan Steelworkers
Last year, the Michigan Legislature passed Senate Bill 271 of 2023 (Public Act 235 of 2023). This bill calls for Michigan to produce all of its energy from clean sources by 2040.