Dedicated to protecting SMART-TD members on and off the job, Louisiana State Safety & Legislative Director Chris Christianson brings a safety-first mindset to everything he does. In addition to advocating for safer railroads, he works with American Journey Financial Life (AJFL) to help provide our members with another layer of protection when the unexpected happens. Read on and watch the SMART News clip to learn how Christianson’s commitment to safety extends beyond the workplace.
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— Jan 23
Here is a conservative and fair snapshot of what railroading paid at a Class I railroad in 2024. It doesn’t rely on overtime assumptions or best-case scenarios. It is just complete, verifiable data. So when you're at the bar and hear the longshoremen bragging about the $65/per hour they are going to make in 2030, just know that you were pulling in $73.16 two years ago and have had two raises since.
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— Jan 22
After SMART-TD member Dave Garringer suffered a life-threatening injury on the job, he "didn't see any light" at the end of the tunnel. That's when the Local 71 SMART Army showed up to build a custom wheelchair ramp for their brother in need; now, "we're not in a tunnel anymore," Garringer said.
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— Jan 22
As one of his last official acts before leaving office, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed the recently passed railroad safety bill into law. SMART-TD celebrates the victories achieved in this legislation and Governor Murphy's support for working families throughout his tenure. Read on for details.
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— Jan 20
