Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO
@ttdaflcio.bsky.social
America's largest transportation federation, representing 40 unions who build, operate, and maintain the nation's transportation and infrastructure systems.
House passage of the Protect America's Workforce Act is a step towards reversing one of the most significant attacks on labor rights in U.S. history.
Thanks to Rep. Jared Golden & Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick for leading this bipartisan bill to restore union rights for 1.5 million federal workers.
Thanks to Rep. Jared Golden & Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick for leading this bipartisan bill to restore union rights for 1.5 million federal workers.
December 12, 2025 at 5:39 PM
House passage of the Protect America's Workforce Act is a step towards reversing one of the most significant attacks on labor rights in U.S. history.
Thanks to Rep. Jared Golden & Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick for leading this bipartisan bill to restore union rights for 1.5 million federal workers.
Thanks to Rep. Jared Golden & Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick for leading this bipartisan bill to restore union rights for 1.5 million federal workers.
Our nation experienced unimaginable loss after Flight 5342 crashed near DCA this year. We strongly oppose Section 373 of the NDAA which rolls back critical aviation safety standards & puts the flying public, aviation workers, & military personnel at risk. ttd.org/news-and-med...
December 11, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Our nation experienced unimaginable loss after Flight 5342 crashed near DCA this year. We strongly oppose Section 373 of the NDAA which rolls back critical aviation safety standards & puts the flying public, aviation workers, & military personnel at risk. ttd.org/news-and-med...
As emerging technology changes the landscape of American life, it's crucial that unions are involved every step of the way when tools like AI enter the workplace.
Yesterday, TTD affiliates gathered to strategize for a pro-safety & pro-worker technologically advanced future.
Yesterday, TTD affiliates gathered to strategize for a pro-safety & pro-worker technologically advanced future.
December 10, 2025 at 3:41 PM
As emerging technology changes the landscape of American life, it's crucial that unions are involved every step of the way when tools like AI enter the workplace.
Yesterday, TTD affiliates gathered to strategize for a pro-safety & pro-worker technologically advanced future.
Yesterday, TTD affiliates gathered to strategize for a pro-safety & pro-worker technologically advanced future.
Last week, we joined the Association of Flight Attendants on Capitol Hill for a congressional staff briefing about the damaging health effects of contaminated air & toxic fumes on commercial aircraft. Congress can do more to protect aviation passengers & workers from this serious public health risk.
December 8, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Last week, we joined the Association of Flight Attendants on Capitol Hill for a congressional staff briefing about the damaging health effects of contaminated air & toxic fumes on commercial aircraft. Congress can do more to protect aviation passengers & workers from this serious public health risk.
This week, TTD and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) joined the International Transportation Learning Center board meeting in Washington D.C. to strategize on workforce development, recruitment, & research in the transit industry.
December 5, 2025 at 9:13 PM
This week, TTD and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) joined the International Transportation Learning Center board meeting in Washington D.C. to strategize on workforce development, recruitment, & research in the transit industry.
For transportation labor, a pro-worker Surface Reauthorization bill means robust funding, high safety standards, and improvements that serve our communities. We are proud to join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Move America coalition in advocating for a modern, reliable transportation network.
December 4, 2025 at 5:43 PM
For transportation labor, a pro-worker Surface Reauthorization bill means robust funding, high safety standards, and improvements that serve our communities. We are proud to join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Move America coalition in advocating for a modern, reliable transportation network.
It's the season of giving! The TTD team is proud to continue our tradition of giving to the Helmets to Hardhats annual Toys for Tots holiday campaign. Donate or find your local Marine Toys for Tots Foundation chapter here: toysfortots.org
December 3, 2025 at 6:45 PM
It's the season of giving! The TTD team is proud to continue our tradition of giving to the Helmets to Hardhats annual Toys for Tots holiday campaign. Donate or find your local Marine Toys for Tots Foundation chapter here: toysfortots.org
On #TravelTuesday we're celebrating Amtrak's all-time annual record of 34.5 million passenger trips, made possible by the hardworking union employees who build, operate, and maintain Amtrak’s network.
December 2, 2025 at 9:28 PM
On #TravelTuesday we're celebrating Amtrak's all-time annual record of 34.5 million passenger trips, made possible by the hardworking union employees who build, operate, and maintain Amtrak’s network.
Labor representatives are ensuring that workers have a voice in the deployment of new technology.
TTD's Greg Regan and Transport Workers Union (TWU)'s Zack Tatz recently spoke at a Carnegie Mellon University symposium about prioritizing safety as automation enters the transportation industry.
TTD's Greg Regan and Transport Workers Union (TWU)'s Zack Tatz recently spoke at a Carnegie Mellon University symposium about prioritizing safety as automation enters the transportation industry.
December 1, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Labor representatives are ensuring that workers have a voice in the deployment of new technology.
TTD's Greg Regan and Transport Workers Union (TWU)'s Zack Tatz recently spoke at a Carnegie Mellon University symposium about prioritizing safety as automation enters the transportation industry.
TTD's Greg Regan and Transport Workers Union (TWU)'s Zack Tatz recently spoke at a Carnegie Mellon University symposium about prioritizing safety as automation enters the transportation industry.
On America's Work Force Podcast, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social President Greg Regan discusses the Protect America's Workforce Act, which would restore the collective bargaining rights of thousands of federal employees whose union contracts were nullified by the Trump Administration earlier this year.
November 25, 2025 at 10:38 PM
On America's Work Force Podcast, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social President Greg Regan discusses the Protect America's Workforce Act, which would restore the collective bargaining rights of thousands of federal employees whose union contracts were nullified by the Trump Administration earlier this year.
Last week, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social attended the International Labor Communications Association (ILCA) convention in New Orleans to hear voices from across the labor movement talk about strategizing, organizing, and advocating on behalf of working people. Solidarity forever!
November 24, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Last week, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social attended the International Labor Communications Association (ILCA) convention in New Orleans to hear voices from across the labor movement talk about strategizing, organizing, and advocating on behalf of working people. Solidarity forever!
A government shutdown should not doom our national aviation system. We joined labor & industry organizations of the Modern Skies Coalition in urging Congress to insulate aviation workers and the flying public in the event of a funding lapse. ttd.org/news-and-med...
November 19, 2025 at 8:42 PM
A government shutdown should not doom our national aviation system. We joined labor & industry organizations of the Modern Skies Coalition in urging Congress to insulate aviation workers and the flying public in the event of a funding lapse. ttd.org/news-and-med...
After two years, Communications Workers of America (CWA) Piedmont Airlines employees are still negotiating living wages and benefits from their employer. These customer service, ramp & baggage agents serve the flying public everyday and deserve a fair contract NOW. action.cwa.org/letters/take...
November 17, 2025 at 10:07 PM
After two years, Communications Workers of America (CWA) Piedmont Airlines employees are still negotiating living wages and benefits from their employer. These customer service, ramp & baggage agents serve the flying public everyday and deserve a fair contract NOW. action.cwa.org/letters/take...
After a workplace injury, SMART-TD railroader David Garringer will undergo leg amputation. His employer, CSX, made $5.25 billion in operating profits last year, yet medical costs for his wheelchair will have to come out of pocket. Join us & donate: www.smart-union.org/brother-lose...
Brother loses leg to on-the-job injury, Needs Our Help - SMART Union
After a devastating, on-the-job injury over two years ago that left him unable to work, Brother David Garringer (Local 1393, Buffalo) is undergoing surgery next week to amputate his leg below the knee...
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November 13, 2025 at 6:43 PM
After a workplace injury, SMART-TD railroader David Garringer will undergo leg amputation. His employer, CSX, made $5.25 billion in operating profits last year, yet medical costs for his wheelchair will have to come out of pocket. Join us & donate: www.smart-union.org/brother-lose...
Each Veterans Day, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social Secretary Treasurer Shari Semelsberger lays flags to honor service members alongside her father, a proud vet & union plumber. Today we salute our veterans, many of whom continue to serve our country through the workforce.
November 11, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Each Veterans Day, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social Secretary Treasurer Shari Semelsberger lays flags to honor service members alongside her father, a proud vet & union plumber. Today we salute our veterans, many of whom continue to serve our country through the workforce.
As a new member of the Safety21 Advisory Council, TTD President Greg Regan will represent union voices in a partnership with innovators in the transportation sector to work towards a safer, more advanced network.
November 10, 2025 at 8:13 PM
As a new member of the Safety21 Advisory Council, TTD President Greg Regan will represent union voices in a partnership with innovators in the transportation sector to work towards a safer, more advanced network.
We are now in the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, and many transportation professionals have received $0 despite working through multiple pay periods. Congress must #EndTheShutdown and get air safety back on track.
November 7, 2025 at 7:53 PM
We are now in the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, and many transportation professionals have received $0 despite working through multiple pay periods. Congress must #EndTheShutdown and get air safety back on track.
The upcoming Surface Reauthorization Bill will impact millions of transportation workers. We thank members of the House Labor Caucus for advocating for safety, investment, & strong labor protections that will improve our infrastructure & support working people. ttd.org/news-and-med...
November 6, 2025 at 9:01 PM
The upcoming Surface Reauthorization Bill will impact millions of transportation workers. We thank members of the House Labor Caucus for advocating for safety, investment, & strong labor protections that will improve our infrastructure & support working people. ttd.org/news-and-med...
We join the aviation community in mourning the lives lost after yesterday's UPS Airlines crash near Louisville, Kentucky. Our hearts go out to all affected family members and friends of the victims.
November 5, 2025 at 7:09 PM
We join the aviation community in mourning the lives lost after yesterday's UPS Airlines crash near Louisville, Kentucky. Our hearts go out to all affected family members and friends of the victims.
On #ElectionDay, your vote is your voice! Democracy requires participation, so make sure to vote in state and local elections today. vote.org/polling-plac...
November 4, 2025 at 9:05 PM
On #ElectionDay, your vote is your voice! Democracy requires participation, so make sure to vote in state and local elections today. vote.org/polling-plac...
Have a safe, happy, & union-made Halloween! 🎃 aflcio.org/halloween
October 31, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Have a safe, happy, & union-made Halloween! 🎃 aflcio.org/halloween
Federal workers are hurting right now and need our help.
In DC, MD & VA, the Metro Washington Council's Community Services Agency has been providing emergency financial support through its Federal Worker Solidarity Fund. Join us in donating to the Fund: bit.ly/47eLWeY
In DC, MD & VA, the Metro Washington Council's Community Services Agency has been providing emergency financial support through its Federal Worker Solidarity Fund. Join us in donating to the Fund: bit.ly/47eLWeY
October 30, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Federal workers are hurting right now and need our help.
In DC, MD & VA, the Metro Washington Council's Community Services Agency has been providing emergency financial support through its Federal Worker Solidarity Fund. Join us in donating to the Fund: bit.ly/47eLWeY
In DC, MD & VA, the Metro Washington Council's Community Services Agency has been providing emergency financial support through its Federal Worker Solidarity Fund. Join us in donating to the Fund: bit.ly/47eLWeY
Yesterday, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social affiliates, the @aflcio.org Tech Institute, and @microsoft.com participated in a roundtable to discuss the future of AI in the transportation industry. Working people must have a seat at the table to raise safety and workforce concerns about AI.
October 29, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Yesterday, @ttdaflcio.bsky.social affiliates, the @aflcio.org Tech Institute, and @microsoft.com participated in a roundtable to discuss the future of AI in the transportation industry. Working people must have a seat at the table to raise safety and workforce concerns about AI.
Today is National First Responders Day! We are grateful to firefighters and transportation workers who serve as first responders in emergency situations. Your sacrifice and dedication are integral to the safety of our communities.
October 28, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Today is National First Responders Day! We are grateful to firefighters and transportation workers who serve as first responders in emergency situations. Your sacrifice and dedication are integral to the safety of our communities.
This week, thousands of air traffic controllers, aviation safety professionals, and public sector workers will miss their paychecks due to the government shutdown. After 27 long days, our aviation workforce is strained and our national airspace is less safe. #EndTheShutdown
October 27, 2025 at 7:26 PM
This week, thousands of air traffic controllers, aviation safety professionals, and public sector workers will miss their paychecks due to the government shutdown. After 27 long days, our aviation workforce is strained and our national airspace is less safe. #EndTheShutdown