2021
Nursing home workers secure wage increases amid coronavirus surge
As the coronavirus continues to surge in nursing homes across the United States, as well as in Canada, worker burnout and distress are at an all-time high.
USW Chemical Councils Discuss Bargaining, Local Issues on Virtual Calls
USW’s 3M, Evonik and Solvay councils met virtually this past month to discuss bargaining, negotiation strategies and report on production activity and local union issues.
EPA Issues Final Risk Evaluation for 1,4-Dioxane
Local 12517-05, which represents workers at Solvay’s Baltimore, Md., location reported in 2019 that 1,4-dioxane is at the site.
USW Offers Resources For Members in the Chemical Sector
Click to learn about the resources available.
Private Equity Firms Buy Two USW-Represented Chemical Plants
The ongoing pandemic negatively affected the world economy and slowed the pace of chemical company divestitures and acquisitions last year. However, deal-making started rebounding in the third quarter.
‘Union Man’ Pays Tribute to Late USW Local President
By day, Nate Venturelli welds for Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) in northwest Indiana. When he’s not welding, he’s writing, recording and performing country music inspired by his family’s union roots. Click here to read his story.
USW Family Members Awarded 2020 Union Plus Scholarships
Over 3,200 students in union families have received nearly $5 million in money for college through the Union Plus Scholarship Program. Click to read about 2020 winners and get details on how to apply for 2021.