2015 Illinois Workers’ Memorial Day Events
Apr 28, 2015
Call 217.544.4014 For More Information On These And Other Legislative Issues Important To Working People – Alton Tuesday, April 28, the Greater Madison County Federation of Labor AFL-CIO will hold their annual Workers’ Memorial Day services at the Workers...HR 1763 Two Person Crew
Apr 20, 2015
Railroad Unions Advancing Two-Person Crew Legislation To Protect Safety CLEVELAND, April 17 — Continuing a cooperative effort to promote safety in the railroad industry, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) and the Transportation Division of the...18th District Congressional Election
Apr 10, 2015
Congress Governor Rauner sets preliminary dates for voters to fill vacancy. The post of congressman from Illinois’ 18th congressional district became vacant on Tuesday, March 31. In writs of special election issued on Tuesday, Governor Bruce Rauner set dates of June 8...Amtrak News
Apr 6, 2015
INDOT, FRA Reach Deal To Keep Hoosier State Line Running. INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation and the Federal Railroad Administration reached an understanding of the clear lines of accountability for passenger rail safety and accessibility between...Chicago to Rockford Amtrak Route
Feb 24, 2015
Link to tomorrows hearing: http://www.ilga.gov/senate/audvid.aspHearing Notice For Transportation – Chicago to Rockford Amtrak Route Hearing Scheduled for Feb 25, 2015 Chairperson Martin Sandoval Vice-Chairperson Steve Stadelman Minority Spokesperson Karen...Recent News
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