On Wednesday, CSX Announced that it's dismantling Operation RedBlock, ending a nationally recognized, union-run safety and substance abuse prevention program that for more than four decades saved lives and kept trains moving safely. Read on to see why rail labor leaders and safety advocates warn that abandoning this trusted, non-punitive program puts workers, communities, and the rail industry at greater risk.
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— Jan 9
Brother Bernard Gray (Local 352, West Springfield, Mass.) was killed in a car accident last month. A conductor for CTRail, his family needs help with funeral and other final expenses after this sudden loss. Read on to learn how you can show your support.
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— Jan 8
Registration is now open for the 2026 St. Paul Regional Training Seminar (RTS). If you were on the fence about attending an RTS last year and didn’t make it to one, don’t miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills and add to SMART-TD’s growing momentum in the new year! Register today!
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— Jan 7
While President Donald Trump did issue an Executive Order rescheduling marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug, this does not change drug testing practices or restrictions for transportation personnel. Read on for details on what SMART-TD members need to know.
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— Jan 6
