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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · 1d

GOOD NEWS! @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social @gavinnewsom.bsky.social signed AB 1280 into law last night! This is a huge step forward for a clean industrial sector built on good union jobs, and we value his support. #IBEW

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Industrious Labs @industriouslabs.bsky.social · 2d

Mike Mendoza, Business Manager of IBEW Local 684 (@ibew-9th.bsky.social), makes the case for why investing in clean manufacturing is a win-win for the Central Valley. By signing AB1280, @cagovernornewsom.bsky.social can secure good-paying, skilled jobs for our communities. sjvsun.com/view/moderni...

Modernizing the Central Valley manufacturing sector is a win for good jobs, public health, and the economy

Assembly Bill 1280 offers the Central Valley a rare chance to retain high-value industrial jobs and operators while delivering on clean energy goals, writes IBEW's Mike Mendoza.

sjvsun.com

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · 6d

#IBEW Local 73 rallied 27 volunteers and knocked on over 270 doors of non-represented licensed electricians in the greater Spokane area.

Great conversations, sharing what IBEW does for our members and contractors.

We’ve already welcomed new folks into our union family!

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · 7d

800 IBEW members at the 15th Annual #NABTU Tradeswomen Build Nations / #TWBN Conference!

6,000 #tradeswomen, advocates, and industry leaders gathered in the largest assembly of craft workers in the world! #IBEW made an impressive showing of

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IBEW at 2025 Tradeswomen Build Nations (TWBN)

The 15th Annual North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) Tradeswomen Build Nations (TWBN) Conference took place in Chicago, Illinois at the McCormick Place Convention Center from September 19-21...

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · 11d

Just wrapped up the IBEW Ninth District Comet Train the Trainer at Local 46! This empowering session is all about amplifying the voices of IBEW members and our union.

We’re the driving force behind @ibewinternational.bsky.social growth! 💪🔌

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · 15d

Labor leaders from #IBEW Ninth District just wrapped up an incredible offshore wind informational trip to the East Coast!

The IBEW is leading the charge in energy development both on land and offshore, creating essential union career opportunities and driving economic growth.

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · 21d

Floating Solar Array Latest Innovation in California’s Next-Generation Clean Energy Frontier - with #IBEW Local 551! csaew.com/floating-sol...

Floating Solar Array Latest Innovation in California’s Next-Generation Clean Energy Frontier – California & Nevada State Association of Electrical Workers

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · 22d

Today is National Voter Registration Day - September 16. Tell a friend, tell a relative, get registered to vote! 🗳️ www.VOTE.org

IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · 29d

IBEW is at the forefront of organizing, training, and building partnerships that matter. “We’re not just building infrastructure — IBEW is building opportunity, security, and America’s energy future.”
- @davereaves.bsky.social at @aflcio.org Western Convening. #IBEW @ibewinternational.bsky.social

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · 29d

DID YOU KNOW: More construction workers die by suicide than from job site injuries or accidents.

988 LIFELINE is here for you. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988.

Check out the updated #IBEW article 'Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health' - ibew.org/breaking-dow...

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Sep 7

Thanks to the AI data center boom, it’s a good time to be an #IBEW electrician!

The US needs more electricians to service data centers. The IBEW union says the workers can make a great living!

finance.yahoo.com/news/thanks-...

Thanks to the AI data center boom, it’s a good time to be an electrician

As AI drives demand for data centers, the need for skilled electricians is also expected to surge.

finance.yahoo.com

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 29

The IBEW Ninth District carries that fight forward every single day. We are pushing for stronger safety protections, mental health resources, wages that keep up with the cost of living, secure retirements, world-class training and apprenticeship opportunities for the next generation, and respect.

IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 29

Because of the labor movement, we have the 40-hour workweek, weekends off, safer workplaces, fair wages, health care, pensions, apprenticeships, and the right to organize. These victories were fought for and won by workers standing shoulder to shoulder to secure a better future.

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 29

Happy Labor Day Weekend from the IBEW Ninth District!

Labor Day is more than a long weekend, it’s a celebration of what working people, united in solidarity, have built and won through generations of sacrifice, struggle, and perseverance.

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 29

Welcome to your Union Rangers and Park Staff -> @nffe.bsky.social!

-> National Parks Staff at Yosemite and Sequoia UNIONIZE, Citing DOGE Firings and Working Conditions:

www.kqed.org/news/1205408...

National Parks Staff at Yosemite and Sequoia Unionize, Citing DOGE Firings and Working Conditions | KQED

February mass firings brought new urgency to the unionization effort.

www.kqed.org

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 26

"That’s why we must stay the course: maintaining strong incentives for EVs, building out a national charging network, and making smart investments in our power grid and domestic supply chains." - @mikelevin.org repmikelevin.substack.com/p/the-road-t...

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 26

The Road to Real Energy Independence Is Electric: repmikelevin.substack.com/p/the-road-t... by Representative @mikelevin.org.

"If we fail to invest in American manufacturing, American workers, and American innovation, we risk falling permanently behind.

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 20

Yesterday, IBEW #California local unions and our California State Association of Electrical Workers stood united in Sacramento, advocating for our vital legislative priorities that will secure more #IBEW jobs, shape the future of our electrical workforce, and protect our communities.

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 10

Check out the new #IBEW1245 new video that honors and welcomes veterans into our union:

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#IBEW 1245 is committed to supporting veterans as they transition into our trade, helping them build rewarding careers with dignity.

#veteransupport #UnionStrong

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 8

New Training Fund Gives IBEW a Leg Up in Advanced Manufacturing!

Read the details here: ibew.org/electrical_w...

The fund’s primary focus is on clean transportation, advanced #manufacturing and electrical systems — all areas where the #IBEW can leverage its established expertise. #UnionStrong

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Aug 8

We are saddened to announce the tragic passing of #IBEW11 Brother Justin Agulia, who was murdered during the recent shooting in Reno.

In support of his family, we are sharing the GoFundMe link for those who wish to make a donation. Your support is appreciated. www.gofundme.com/f/help-justi...

Donate to Help Justin's Loved Ones After Tragedy, organized by Amanda Border

On Monday, July 28th, our beloved Justin’s life was tragically taken in a sensele… Amanda Border needs your support for Help Justin's Loved Ones After Tragedy

www.gofundme.com

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Jul 28

🌟 Proud to share that Dr. Kimberly Moore, our Executive Director of the #IBEW National Clean Transportation and Advanced Manufacturing Electrical Training Trust, has been named a 2025 Women to Watch Honoree by Black Leaders Worldwide! 🌍💡 @ibewinternational.bsky.social

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Jul 26

☀️Exciting news! #IBEW is leading the charge in sustainable energy with a groundbreaking 100% solar-powered airport on the horizon!

✈️ Collins Electrical Company leveraging the skills of #IBEW639 apprentices & journeymen to install a 940KW solar carport canopy at San Luis Obispo County Airport.

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Jul 25

The IBEW strongly opposes the privatization of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).

This threatens 10,000 IBEW good-paying jobs and risks higher electric bills for over 10 million residents.

Protect good-paying IBEW union jobs by writing to your members of Congress today. bit.ly/HandsOffTheTVA

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IBEW Ninth District @ibew-9th.bsky.social · Jul 23

📢 The "Big Ugly Bill" poses a serious threat to our #IBEW jobs and livelihoods.

This legislation revokes crucial energy tax credits that have fueled our growth, jeopardizing many wind, solar, and hydrogen projects that employ our members.

👉 Read more: bit.ly/IBEW-BigUgly...

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