Teamsters Joint Council 32

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨 The U.S. House will be advancing the Faster Labor Contracts Act for a vote! The FLCA now has 218 Congressmembers ready to make faster first union contracts a reality for millions of workers.

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TEAMSTERS CELEBRATE BIPARTISAN PUSH TO ADVANCE FASTER LABOR CONTRACTS ACT Today, the U.S. House of Representatives reached the 218 signatures needed on a discharge petition to advance the Faster Labor Contracts Act. The petition, filed by Representative Donald Norcross (D-NJ, 1st District), will force a vote on the bill in the coming weeks. “Securing the support needed to move the Faster Labor Contracts Act forward is a significant milestone for millions of Teamsters and workers across this country,” said Teamsters General President Sean M. O’Brien. “This is one of the most consequential labor bills to come before Congress in generations. It has the potential to hold Corporate America accountable for endlessly dragging out negotiations and denying workers the first union contracts they deserve. The Teamsters Union thanks every Democrat and Republican who signed the discharge petition and made the choice to stand with workers.” The Teamsters applaud House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY, 8th District), Rep. Donald Norcross, Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA, 3rd District), and House Democrats for supporting the Teamsters and working people across America. The Teamsters commend Republican Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY, 17th District), Nick LaLota (R-NY, 1st District), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA, 1st District), Don Bacon (R-NE, 2nd District), Max Miller (R-OH, 7th District), Riley Moore (R-WV, 2nd District), and Rob Bresnahan (R-PA, 8th District), who stood up for working people and helped force action on this critical bill. The Faster Labor Contracts Act would amend the National Labor Relations Act to require employers to bargain with newly organized workers within 10 days of voting to form their union. The Senate version of the bill, introduced last year by Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), continues to gain bipartisan and bicameral support.

Minnesota Teamsters are endorsing Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) in the race for governor. With more than 50,000 members and retirees across the state, Teamsters Joint Council 32 is proud to be one of the first unions to show its support for Klobuchar in this race. “Senator Klobuchar is undoubtedly the most qualified candidate to restore Minnesotans’ confidence and trust in government,” said Tom Erickson, President of Joint Council 32 and Central Region International Vice President. “She has always fought to prioritize workers’ interests, led with integrity, and possesses the necessary experience to effectively serve Teamsters as governor.”

🚨 NO DRIVER? NO DEAL 🚨 This week Teamsters Joint Council 32 Political Director, Hannah Alstead joined labor partners and transportation safety advocates at the Minnesota Capitol to speak out against House File 3513. share.google/75tiqze8Mm2aRv…

THANK YOU AG ELLISON When a lawsuit was filed challenging Minnesota’s ban on captive audience meetings, we got to work defending this pro-worker law. The Court of Appeals dismissed the lawsuit and today, the Supreme Court left that dismissal in place. This is a great day for MN.

Teamsters General President Sean M. O’Brien, General Secretary-Treasurer Fred Zuckerman, and the Teamsters Human Rights and Diversity Commission held a ceremony today to unveil a new bust of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at Teamsters Headquarters in Washington, DC. The bust now on display honors the special relationship shared between Dr. King and the Teamsters Union during his lifetime and beyond. Dr. King was a supporter of many Teamsters causes, which the union recognized by naming him an honorary Teamster in 2023. With this new installation, Dr. King’s legacy with the Teamsters Union will forever be part of our story. “Dr. King didn’t just fight for civil rights. He was one of the most important labor leaders in our country’s history, and we are honored to help preserve his legacy,” O'Brien said. “I hope this permanent installation reminds rank-and-file Teamsters of the sacrifices made by generations before — and serves as inspiration to future generations to forever carry the torch of making Dr. King’s dream of equality a reality for all workers in America.”

The Faster Labor Contracts Act is bipartisan in both the House and Senate and has the votes to pass mark-up in Chair Cassidy’s Committee. We appreciate Chair Cassidy’s interest in dialogue on labor reform, but instead of introducing legislative packages that will not receive bipartisan support, Chair Cassidy should schedule a mark-up on a serious bill like the Faster Labor Contracts Act.

TEAMSTERS Joint Council 32 endorsed candidate Kaohly Her wins St. Paul mayor’s race! Congratulations to all who believed in Her.

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“Cannabis workers are organizing because they believe in the future of this industry. They don’t want cannabis to become another gig economy experiment where people cycle in and out without security or growth. They want careers with dignity, stability, and a voice in shaping the future. Employers who recognize that — and who are willing to work with the Teamsters to make it happen — will be the ones who last.” Read the op-ed from Jesse Case, Teamsters Food Processing Division Director, on the role Teamsters are playing in bringing stability and prosperity to the cannabis industry: greenstate.com/perspective/te…

🚨🚨🚨SOLIDARITY WITH MFT🚨🚨🚨 Minneapolis Public Schools are on WATCH! The Teamsters Joint Council 32 stands in solidarity with the Minneapolis Federation of Teachers in their fight for a fair contract. Stay strong. We stand with you and have your back!

📣📣📣 ENDORSEMENT ALERT! 📣📣📣 Teamsters Joint Council 32 is proud to endorse @kaohlyforstp! Teamster Members, please reach out to Political Director Hannah Alstead at alsteadh@teamstersjc32.org for more information on how to get involved!

When workers vote to form a union, they should have a seat at the bargaining table. But too often, companies stall the process, leaving workers without a voice. The Faster Labor Contracts Act fixes that. Join me, the @Teamsters, and @reppetestauber live at 2 pm to introduce the bill: youtube.com/watch?v=Ppe_LG…

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Farm Aid 40 to Move Forward In Minneapolis Farm Aid is grateful that the University of Minnesota and Teamsters Local 320 have reached an agreement. We are thrilled to confirm that Farm Aid 40 will go forward in Minneapolis as planned.

Next US Senator from Minnesota, @AngieCraigMN came right off the plane from DC to join @IBT_320 on the picket line at the University of Minnesota. THANK YOU ANGIE! #fighting32 #PAYUPUMN

SEE YOU THERE UNION FAMILY! #jc32 #Local320 #PAYUPUMN

@IBT_320 has been on strike all week with the University of Minnesota who is continuing to drag their feet. It’s time to PAY UP and do right by our Members. 1400 workers are waiting! #Fighting32 #Teamsterstrong #PAYUPUMN

Rolling Stone Delivers Strong Message in Support of Teamsters Local 320. rollingstone.com/music/music-ne…