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UMWA Reaches Agreement with RemArm LLC
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
UMWA Reaches Agreement with RemArm LLC on Employment Terms and Conditions
[TRIANGLE, VA.] – The United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) announced today that it has reached a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with RemArm LLC, providing pay for UMWA members as the company closes its Ilion, N.Y. plant in March.
While the UMWA remains steadfastly opposed to the closure of the Ilion plant, our Local Union and International bargaining team reached an agreement with the Company to ensure that the hard-working men and women who have dedicated their efforts to building this company are provided with a measure of support during this challenging time.
“Though the closure of the Ilion plant is unnecessary in our view, our unwavering focus is on safeguarding the well-being of our members as best we can,” said UMWA International President Cecil E. Roberts. “This agreement will provide financial support to those affected by this plant closure.”
As part of this agreement, affected workers will receive monetary payments distributed over a 12-week period. Additionally, employees will be compensated for their unused accrued vacation, providing some additional financial relief during the transitional period.
Laid-off UMWA members can also receive financial assistance through the union’s International Relief Fund, which pays a monthly stipend to help cover essential expenses, including groceries, as workers transition to new employment.
