The latest attack on the Railway Safety Act asks the public to believe that stronger rail safety standards are just a backdoor jobs program for unions. In an April 6 article published in Railway Age, Thomas Aiello of the National Taxpayers Union argues that the Railway Safety Act imposes unnecessary costs while doing little to improve safety. It is a familiar argument.
The Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen announces the retirement of Secretary-Treasurer Jim Finnegan, whose service to the Brotherhood has been marked by dedication, steady leadership, and a commitment to the members of this Organization.
Following Brother Finnegan’s retirement, interim elections were held on May 8, 2026, to fill the resulting vacancies in accordance with the Constitution.
Working people across industries are standing together.
A broad coalition of labor organizations, including the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen, is urging Congress to support the No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act (H.R. 5475/S. 4310) to ensure every worker who earns overtime can access the same tax relief.
In the coming days, representatives of rail labor will meet with officials from the Federal Railroad Administration in San Antonio to discuss the current state of rail safety and the regulatory framework that supports it.
In November 1977, the BRS launched a contest to name our new signal mascot. The winning choice, “Signalman Sam,” debuted in January 1978 and appeared on the cover of The Signalman’s Journal until his retirement in 1983.
In 2024, Sam received a much-needed facelift and was reintroduced as the official BRS mascot. You will see him in our publications, at local gatherings, and out in the wild as part of our sticker campaign. If you spot Sam, snap a photo and send it toinfo@brs.org with the subject: Signalman Sam.
Keep your eyes peeled.
Brother Monte Colucci has dedicated 41 years as a Volunteer Firefighter with the Wampsville Volunteer Fire Department.
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