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Apr. 22, 2024

UMWA's Project 50

Volume 1: Struggle & Win   Editor’s Note: Keeping the UMWA’s history alive and relevant is a critical part of…

Apr. 17, 2024

Miner's Health Matters

UMWA International President Cecil E. Roberts, Acting Secretary of the Department of Labor Julie Su, MSHA Assistant Secretary Chris Williamson…

Apr. 16, 2024

United Mine Workers of America Hosts Department of Labor Silica Rule Kickoff Event

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 16, 2024   United Mine Workers of America Hosts Department of Labor Silica Rule Kickoff Event…

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Feb. 1, 2021

President Roberts Appoints New Officers

  At the October 15, 2020, virtual meeting of the International Executive Board, President Roberts announced that Gary Trout will retire as Region 2 Director and International District 17 Vice President, effective November 1st. President Roberts has appointed Brother Brian Lacy, UMWA District 17 Representative, to replace Gary Trout as the new International District 17 […]

Jan. 29, 2021

Sanpete Food Pantry Making a Difference

Residents of Mt. Pleasant in Sanpete County, Utah feel very fortunate to have an organization like the Sanpete Pantry, which serves 275 families in the county through its weekly meal distribution program. The Sanpete Pantry is the only food bank in the entire county, and they offer much more than just meals. Executive Director, Jeff […]

Jan. 22, 2021

Swift MSHA action on COVID Emergency Temporary Standard is critical

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 22, 2021   [TRIANGLE, VA.] United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) International President Cecil E. Roberts issued the following statement today: ​“I applaud President Biden for his swift and decisive action to battle the coronavirus pandemic, especially with respect to ordering the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Mine […]

Jan. 19, 2021

Union Plus Union-Made Snacks for Game Day

Source: Union Plus The Super Bowl is just around the corner! Put your game face on and tune in to watch it live from the safety of your own couch! We’ve gathered a list of union-made beer, snacks and desserts for you that are perfect for game day. Get ready for Super Bowl Sunday! Did […]

Jan. 14, 2021

Remington’s union, new owners are at the negotiating table

Source: Times Union January 14, 2021 Ilion, Herkimer County plant was purchased out of bankruptcy ILION – The union representing laid off employees of the Remington Arms gun factory here says they are now in negotiations with the plant’s new owners. The United Mine Workers had in December complained that RemArms, the new company that […]

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