Abridged list: the Trump administration’s attacks on working people
With November 3 right around the corner, our membership should know the facts about President Trump. Does your preferred candidate have your best interests in mind? Though this list isn’t complete, it provides a snapshot of what we can expect more of in 2020 and beyond if Trump and his administration stay in power. Remember, […]
BM/ST Terry Nelson’s statement on current climate unfolding in the wake of events in Minnesota surrounding the killing of George Floyd
The organized labor movement exists to uplift us all and give all people the opportunity to earn a livable wage and a solid future. We cannot stand by as that future is taken away from some of our brothers and sisters based solely on the color of their skin. DC 82 and the FTIUM are […]
Additional Resources
The IUPAT wants to ensure that we leave no stone unturned in providing every resource out there in dealing with the impact of COVID-19 on our members, our brothers, our sisters, and our families. We all know too well the negative financial effect that crisis and economic downturn can take on every one of us.
IUPAT Pension Annuity Relief
The Trustees of the IUPAT Industry Annuity Plan have amended the plan to permit participants experiencing recent layoffs to receive a distribution from their account. This policy will remain in place as long as the current pandemic affects access to employment. For Pension Plan Retirees and Beneficiaries | Direct Deposit Please ensure the Fund receives […]
IUPAT Helping Hand
Working in the building and construction trades is a challenging career. There are high productivity demands on the workforce to meet deadlines, as well as working conditions that can often be an extreme danger if strict safety guidelines aren’t followed. Yet, there are other risks construction workers face in the industry – suicide and substance […]
IUPAT Member Hardship Benefits from Union Plus
IUPAT members have a number of benefits available to them during the COVID-19 crisis with more and more members out of work. Study the list and links below and learn more at Union Plus HERE. Union Plus Hardship Help The trustees of the AFL-CIO Mutual Benefit Fund voted last week to temporarily alter the eligibility terms of the Union Plus Job Loss Grant for the credit […]
Assistance Available to IUPAT Members Under Emergency Legislation
Enhanced Unemployment The CARES Act provides an additional $600 per week for those receiving unemployment insurance (UI). This $600 is in addition to the weekly unemployment benefit you receive from your state. The $600 supplement is paid for four months or until July 31, 2020. Through December 31, 2020 the law provides an additional 13 […]
IUPAT | CPWR Jobsite Guidance
Please check back frequently, as this is an evolving situation and guidelines may change In response to the construction industry’s questions regarding the COVID-19 outbreak, the following are steps workers should be taking now: • Don’t go to work if you are feeling sick.• Don’t go to work if you have a fever.• Don’t go […]
IUPAT Real-Time Resources re COVID-19
How to Find Your Vaccine: By State Minnesota Every Minnesotan aged 16 years and older can currently get vaccinated. You can use this map to find a vaccination site near you. The Minnesota State Fairgrounds is currently being used as a free community vaccination site. Register here. Address: Minnesota State Fairgrounds 1680 Como Avenue Falcon […]
IUPAT Statement on Immediate Congressional Action for Workers Impacted by COVID-19
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, March 18th, 2020Contact: John Doherty 617-592-2230, [email protected] IUPAT General President Ken Rigmaiden releases Statement and Platform calling for Immediate Congressional Action to Support Workers Impacted by COVID-19 HANOVER, MD – One of the largest and most politically active building trade unions in North America has issued a clarion call for U.S. Congressional […]
