Build America Back Better
Biden Administration Pledges Billions to Jumpstart Hydrogen Development
November 21, 2023
“The use of hydrogen as a low-carbon, environmentally-friendly alternative energy carrier and fuel is very promising and has the potential to support upwards of 700,000 jobs domestically,” said IBEW Government Affairs Department Director Danielle Eckert.
Explosion Exposes Big Problems In World’s Largest Rail Yard
November 20, 2023
Union Pacific’s Bailey Yard is the largest in the world according to the Guinness Book of World Records, but the IBEW railroad members of North
How to Harness the Potential and Minimize the Risks of the AI Revolution
November 17, 2023
“AI is all around us,” Biden said. “To realize the promise of AI and avoid the risk, we need to govern this technology.”
Pair of New Pro-Union NLRB Rulings Favor Organizing
October 18, 2023
On Aug. 25, the NLRB ruled in the Cemex Construction Materials Pacific, LLC decision that if a unit can show majority support, an employer must either recognize and bargain with a union or file a petition for an election.
VP Harris Kicks off College Tour, Stops at IBEW Training Center
October 4, 2023
It is no coincidence that as Vice President Kamala Harris launched a national college tour, one of her first stops included an IBEW training center
New Davis-Bacon Rules, Explained
September 29, 2023
“Many workers are paid much less than they deserve, much less than the value of their work. And not just by a little,” Harris said. “I’m here today to announce that we are updating this law and giving workers across the nation a raise.”
Treasury Department Report: Unions Good for the Economy
September 25, 2023
“It’s not good luck or abundant sunshine that is putting IBEW members to work,” said Local 357’s assistant business manager Lamare Jones. “It’s game-changing investments by the Biden administration…”
Broadband Boom is Boon for IBEW
September 6, 2023
“BEAD is another great example of partnerships between the Biden administration and the IBEW, working hand in hand,” Prunn said. “This administration proactively reached out to unions on BEAD, and that’s what will make this program a success.”
Workers Win, Low-Road Contractors Lose Under New Prevailing Wage Rules
September 6, 2023
“President Biden is proving once again that union members are at the heart of his efforts to rebuild America by restoring the middle class.” Cooper said. “And his record-setting job-creation numbers prove that he is succeeding beyond all expectations.”