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May 7, 2025

Helping Appalachia

    Heavy rains and melting snow caused widespread flooding in the Appalachian region, killing at least nine people. UMWA’s…

May 3, 2025

UMWA International President Cecil E. Roberts Condemns Cowardly Layoffs at NIOSH, Warns of Dire Consequences for Worker Safety

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MAY 3, 2025   UMWA International President Cecil E. Roberts Condemns Cowardly Layoffs at NIOSH, Warns of…

May 1, 2025

Associate Membership Spotlight

Tom Huber Tom Huber, a committed Associate Member, has actively supported the United Mine Workers of America for many years.…

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Apr. 28, 2025

Members Only – UMWA Reaches Agreement with Fayette County Corrections

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Apr. 23, 2025

Canada’s National Day of Mourning

Canada’s National Day of Mourning, observed annually on April 28, is a solemn day dedicated to remembering workers who have lost their lives, been injured, or suffered illness as a result of workplace-related incidents. Initiated by the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) in 1984, the day serves not only as a time for reflection but also […]

Apr. 18, 2025

Closure of MSHA inspectors’ office in Ontario County leaves future of mine safety inspections uncertain

Source: News 10 NBC Date: April 16, 2025   GENEVA, N.Y. – The Trump administration’s efforts to cut expenses have led to the cancellation of hundreds of federal leases, including one in Ontario County. This lease termination affects a federal agency responsible for miner safety, raising concerns about the future of inspections in the region. […]

Apr. 14, 2025

UMWA, USW Fight to Uphold Life-Saving Silica Protections for America’s Miners

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL  14, 2025   UMWA, USW Fight to Uphold Life-Saving Silica Protections for America’s Miners The United Mine Workers of America (UMWA), joined by the United Steelworkers (USW), filed a motion in federal court today to intervene in the ongoing administrative review proceeding concerning the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s (MSHA) defense […]

Apr. 9, 2025

UMWA appreciates Executive Order

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 9, 2025 UMWA appreciates Executive Order [TRIANGLE, VA.] Commenting on President Trump’s Executive Order signed yesterday to revitalize the coal industry, United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) International President Cecil E. Roberts issued the following statement today: “We are appreciative of the President’s initiative and his recognition of the critical role […]

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