The Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS) is thrilled to announce significant progress in our collective fight to end the unjust cuts to unemployment and sickness benefits for railroad workers. The bipartisan Railroad Employee Equity and Fairness (REEF) Act recently passed the House of Representatives.
On December 3, 2024, the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS) welcomed Ruben Payan, Rail Branch Chief and Brett Johnson, Accident Investigator from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) to the National Headquarters in Front Royal, Virginia.
The Illinois AFL-CIO and Chicago Federation of Labor (CFL) have launched the Labor Alliance for Public Transit, uniting over 30 unions, including the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS), to address a $730 million funding shortfall for Northeastern Illinois transit systems (CTA, Metra, and Pace) by 2026.
The BRS recognizes the VA disability process is complex and challenging, requiring in-depth knowledge and expertise for successful navigation. Many veterans are either unaware of the benefits they qualify for, hesitant due to the process's complexity, or frustrated by past experiences with the VA. Veterans Guardian offers the expertise, knowledge, and resources to bridge these gaps.
November 4, 2024, Front Royal, VA – The Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen (BRS) is honored to announce a $9.7 million rail safety initiative in partnership with the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), Hum Industrial Technology, and the Transportation Technology Center (TTC) operated by ENSCO, Inc.
BRS membership offers various discounts and benefits, such as healthcare coverage, legal assistance, retirement plans, and exclusive access to services that can help improve the quality of life for members and their families.
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