Category: TD Leadership Messages
READ: Jobs for Life Agreement with Union Pacific
Read the September 19, 2025 Jobs for Life Agreement with Union Pacific.
New CSX CEO, Steve Angel, Needs to Learn How to Railroad
TD President, Jeremy Ferguson, calls out CSX CEO Steve Angel. Read on to see how the rule applies to CEO’s just like conductors. The smart ones listen more than they talk when they’re still trainees.
Locked Doors, High Speeds, and Loaded Guns: A Disaster Waiting to Happen on America’s Rails
Amtrak is reportedly considering making it easier for passengers to bring guns on its trains, a policy move that would undoubtedly put SMART-TD members and the riding public at risk. Read on to hear directly from our National Safety & Legislative Director Jared Cassity about why, especially in light of recent events, Amtrak should be doing more to strength safety on board its trains, not weaken it.
FRA Picked a Side. And It’s Not Railroaders or Rail Safety
The FRA has abdicated its role in safety. Read on to see how this once-trusted and neutral regulator has made it clear that they are only interested in helping America’s railroads achieve their Wall Street mandates, despite the obvious and known risks.
Tentative Agreement Reached With CPKC
A tentative eight-year agreement with CPKC includes a 32.5% wage increase, protected benefits, and quality-of-life improvements. Members will vote between April 29 and May 21. Read on for details on the TA, and what to expect in the voting process.
When SMART Speaks, Washington Listens
A key Capitol Hill discussion highlighted workers’ safety challenges in rail and transit, with SMART’s General President Michael Coleman informing key members of Congress on meaningful reforms our members are looking for. Read on to see how GP Coleman brought solutions, not just problems with him to D.C.
PRESS RELEASE: SMART-TD Sounds the Alarm On Barr Yard Job Cuts
A potential shutdown of historic Barr Yard in Chicago could jeopardize SMART-TD jobs, disrupt freight movement nationwide, and make public safety concerns worse. Workers warn of repeating one of Hunter Harrison’s epic failures. Read on to see what’s at stake for our Chicago brothers and sisters.
President Ferguson Puts Up 10K to Stop Racist Harassment At NS
Three years of racist radio attacks push Georgia crews to the limit, triggering a $10,000 reward and direct notice to Norfolk Southern leadership. Read on to see how SMART-TD is making it clear that WE will act, with or without the Railroad.