December 19, 2024
IBEW Members Approve Contracts with BNSF Railway and CSX; Narrowly Reject Agreement with Norfolk Southern
Yesterday, IBEW members at two major rail carriers, BNSF Railway and CSX, ratified five-year tentative collective bargaining agreements with the companies. Members at a third, Norfolk Southern, narrowly rejected theirs.
December 13, 2024
IBEW Supports OSHA’s New Arc-Flash Guidance
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement supporting OSHA’s personal protective equipment (PPE) to safeguard workers from electrical arc hazards.
November 7, 2024
IBEW Statement on Donald Trump’s Election
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the results of the 2024 election.
October 28, 2024
IBEW Reaches Tentative Agreement with BNSF Railway
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers has reached a new five-year tentative collective bargaining agreement with BNSF Railway.
October 22, 2024
IBEW Reaches Tentative Agreement with CSX, Norfolk Southern
Today, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers announced it has reached a new five-year tentative collective bargaining agreement with CSX and Norfolk Southern.
September 24, 2024
IBEW Responds to CBS Layoffs
Today, CBS Broadcasting, Inc. announced layoffs affecting IBEW staff in New York, Washington and Los Angeles.
September 6, 2024
IBEW Strongly Supports Biden-Harris Good Jobs Executive Order
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s Good Jobs Executive Order.
August 19, 2024
IBEW President Kenny Cooper to Address Democratic National Convention on Opening Night
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) President Kenny Cooper will address delegates on opening night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
August 6, 2024
IBEW Applauds Selection of Labor Champion Gov. Tim Walz
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued this statement following Vice President Kamala Harris’s choice of Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate.
July 22, 2024
IBEW Endorses Proven Ally Vice President Kamala Harris for President of the United States
This morning, the IBEW International President convened a special meeting of the IBEW’s International Officers, who voted unanimously and enthusiastically to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for President of the United States.
July 21, 2024
IBEW Thanks President Biden for Being the Most Pro-Union President in History
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement regarding President Joe Biden’s departure from the 2024 presidential race.
June 28, 2024
IBEW Reinforces Support for Biden-Harris Re-Election
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the IBEW’s commitment to the Biden-Harris re-election effort.
June 28, 2024
IBEW Commends Passage of ADVANCE Act
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the passage of the ADVANCE Act.
June 24, 2024
IBEW Congratulates Chair Christopher Hanson on Swearing in to Second Term Atop Nuclear Regulatory Commission
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the swearing in of Christopher Hanson to a Second Term as Chair of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
May 14, 2024
IBEW Praises President Biden’s Crackdown on China’s Unfair Trading Practices
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on President Biden’s crackdown on China’s unfair trading practices.
April 20, 2024
IBEW President: 'UAW Victory is Cause for Celebration Across Entire Labor Movement'
IBEW international president Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement following the overwhelming vote in favor of United Auto Workers representation by workers at the Chattanooga, Tennessee, Volkswagen plant.
April 17, 2024
IBEW Mourns Passing Away of Former Exelon CEO Chris Crane
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the passing of former President and CEO of Exelon Corporation, Christopher M. “Chris” Crane.
March 8, 2024
IBEW Praises Pres. Biden’s Commitment to Working America
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address.
January 24, 2024
IBEW Praises Biden’s Commitment to ‘Buy America,’ Supports Veto of S.J. Res. 38
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s veto of S.J. Res. 38
December 13, 2023
IBEW Signs Agreement for Largest Renewable Energy Project in North American History
On Monday, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) signed a project labor agreement to build a $1.3 billion, 580-mile transmission line across Arizona and New Mexico as part of the largest renewable energy project in North American history.
December 8, 2023
IBEW Welcomes Federal Funding for Brightline West High-Speed Rail Project
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers welcomes the approval of $3 billion in federal funding for the Brightline West high-speed rail project.
November 17, 2023
IBEW, PGA Tour Reach Historic First Broadcast Agreement
On Nov. 16, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and the PGA Tour reached a tentative first agreement covering nearly 400 broadcast professionals who bring PGA tour events to viewers around the world.
October 14, 2023
IBEW Welcomes Historic Federal Investment Into Power Grid
This week, the Biden-Harris administration announced nearly $3.5 billion in funds for the largest investment in America’s electrical infrastructure ever. This money will go to 58 projects in 44 states, strengthening and modernizing the electric grid.
October 14, 2023
IBEW, IUOE, LIUNA Sign Historic Three-Union Solar Agreement
This week, the presidents of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, the Laborers International Union of North America, and the International Union of Operating Engineers signed a national tri-trade solar agreement governing the construction of utility-scale solar projects, making it easier for developers, contractors, and unions to bring critical renewable energy generation online to power America’s communities.
September 29, 2023
IBEW Honors the Life of Sen. Dianne Feinstein
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the passing of Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
September 25, 2023
IBEW Mourns Passing of Steelworkers International President Thomas Conway
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the passing of United Steelworkers International President Tom Conway.
August 9, 2023
IBEW Supports Biden-Harris Administration’s Rule Strengthening Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wages
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement commending the Department of Labor’s final rule to update Davis-Bacon prevailing wage regulations:.
June 21, 2023
IBEW, IAM Urge Congress to Pass the Bipartisan Railway Safety Act
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), representing nearly 1.4 million members across the United States, are calling on Congress to immediately pass the bipartisan Railway Safety Act (S. 576).
May 29, 2023
IBEW Statement on the Debt Ceiling Agreement
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the debt ceiling deal.
May 25, 2023
IBEW Statement of Support for the Biden Administration’s Priorities for Building America’s Energy Infrastructure Faster, Safer and Cleaner
Today, IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement.
April 25, 2023
IBEW Endorses President Biden and Vice President Harris for Re-Election
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the announcement by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris of their candidacies for re-election.
March 31, 2023
IBEW Statement on EEI President Tom Kuhn’s Retirement
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the announced retirement of Edison Electric Institute President and CEO Thomas Kuhn.
March 20, 2023
IBEW Statement on President Biden’s Veto Protecting Americans’ Retirement Security
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on President Biden’s veto of H.J. Res. 30
March 14, 2023
IBEW Statement on Biden Administration’s Approval of the Willow Project
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on the Biden administration’s approval of the Willow project in Alaska.
March 10, 2023
IBEW Statement on President Biden’s FY 2024 Budget
IBEW International President Kenneth W. Cooper issued the following statement on President Biden’s FY 2024 budget.
March 7, 2023
IBEW, IAM, SMART-MD Unions File Outsourcing Suit Against BNSF Railway
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 19, and International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers-Mechanical and Engineering Department (SMART-MD) issued the following statement.
February 28, 2023
IBEW Statement Urging the Confirmation of Julie Su for Labor Secretary
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers enthusiastically supports Julie Su to be President Joe Biden’s next Secretary of Labor.
February 16, 2023
IBEW Statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s Announcement of New Rules and Standards for the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
IBEW International President Kenneth Cooper issued the following statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s announcement of new rules and standards for the installation of electric vehicle charging stations.
February 8, 2023
IBEW Statement on President Biden’s State of the Union address
IBEW International President Kenneth Cooper issued the following statement on President Biden’s State of the Union address.
December 21, 2022
IBEW Statement on the Confirmation of Robert “Bobby” Klein to the TVA Board
International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to the Senate’s confirmation of retired IBEW Vice President Robert “Bobby” Klein as a member of the board of directors of the Tennessee Valley Authority.
December 14, 2022
IBEW Hails NLRB’s Thryv Decision as Victory for Workers’ Rights
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers praised yesterday’s National Labor Relations Board ruling on Thryv, Inc., as a historic win for workers’ rights.
November 23, 2022
Broadcast Workers at PGA Tour Entertainment Vote to Join the IBEW
Broadcast professionals across the United States who work for PGA Tour Entertainment voted to join the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers yesterday, with more than 70% of workers who cast ballots voting for IBEW representation.
November 23, 2022
IBEW President Lonnie R. Stephenson Retires, International Secretary-Treasurer Kenneth W. Cooper Named New President
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson is retiring, effective Jan. 4, bringing an end to a nearly five-decade active career in the union.
November 22, 2022
IBEW Statement on the Convictions of Brian Ahakuelo and Marilyn Ahakuelo
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers issued the following statement upon the conviction of Brian Ahakuelo and Marilyn Ahakuelo on Monday, Nov. 21.
September 28, 2022
IBEW Statement on Ratification of the Freight Rail Agreement
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on IBEW freight rail members’ ratification of the Tentative Agreement with the National Carriers’ Conference Committee
September 16, 2022
IBEW Thanks President Biden for Intervention on Behalf of Railroad Workers
IBEW International President Lonnie Stephenson issued the following statement following the announcement of a tentative freight rail agreement early Thursday morning.
September 1, 2022
IBEW Reaches Tentative Agreement with NCCC
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers has reached a tentative agreement with the National Carrier’s Conference Committee, representing most Class I Freight Railroads in collective bargaining.
August 30, 2022
IBEW Opposes Virginia's Effort to Lower Training Standards
The IBEW released the following statement from President Lonnie Stephenson in response to the Virginia Board of Contractors' vote to lower standards for skilled tradespeople, an action urged by Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin.
August 12, 2022
IBEW Statement in Support of the Inflation Reduction Act
Lonnie Stephenson, President of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), issued the following statement in support of the Inflation Reduction Act.
July 28, 2022
IBEW Statement on the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie Stephenson issued the following statement upon the announcement on the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
July 19, 2022
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson’s Statement in Support of the CHIPS Act
Lonnie Stephenson, President of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), issued the following statement in support of the CHIPS Act of 2022, which will promote domestic semiconductor manufacturing in the United States.
June 24, 2022
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson’s Statement in Support of New Federal-State Offshore Wind Partnership
Lonnie Stephenson, President of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, issued the following statement supporting the new Federal-State Offshore Wind Partnership.
June 9, 2022
IBEW Statement on the Biden Administration’s Proposed Standards for National Electric Vehicle Charging Network
Lonnie Stephenson, president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, issued the following statement supporting the Biden-Harris administration’s proposed electric vehicle charging infrastructure standards.
June 6, 2022
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson’s Statement on the Biden Administration’s Actions to Spur Clean Energy Manufacturing
Lonnie Stephenson, president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), issued the following statement supporting the Biden-Harris administration's plan to boost domestic manufacturing of renewable technologies of the future by authorizing the Defense Production Act to lower energy costs, strengthen the power grid, and create good-paying jobs.
April 17, 2022
VP Harris Joins IBEW Leaders for Grassroots Work Week Kick Off
Vice President Kamala Harris virtually joined International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers leaders from across the country for a nationwide call kicking off Infrastructure Grassroots Work Week.
April 12, 2022
IBEW Broadcast Technicians Approve New CBS Agreement
IBEW members covered by the CBS National Agreement voted to approve a new contract agreement effective May 1.
April 6, 2022
IBEW Applauds the Military Vehicle Fleet Electrification Act
Lonnie Stephenson, president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) issued the following statement in support of the Military Vehicle Fleet Electrification Act.
March 28, 2022
The President’s Budget Proposal Prioritizes Working Families
Lonnie Stephenson, President of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s FY 23 budget proposal.
March 11, 2022
IBEW Applauds Proposed Changes to Davis-Bacon Regulations
Lonnie Stephenson, president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of Labor’s Davis-Bacon regulation proposal.
March 2, 2022
IBEW Statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address
Lonnie Stephenson, president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, issued this statement in response to President Biden’s State of the Union address.
February 25, 2022
IBEW Congratulates Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson on Historic Nomination to the Supreme Court
Lonnie Stephenson, president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, issued this statement congratulating Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson on her nomination by President Biden to the Supreme Court.
February 24, 2022
IBEW Applauds DOL For Modernizing, Expanding, Diversifying Registered Apprenticeship Programs
Lonnie Stephenson, president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, issued this statement on Apprenticeship Building America (ABA), a new grant program from the Department of Labor (DOL) designed to strengthen, modernize, expand and diversify Registered Apprenticeship Programs.
February 24, 2022
IBEW, NRDC Call on Congress to Pass Build Back Better
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) sent a letter to members of Congress this week urging swift passage of the Build Back Better Act.
February 10, 2022
DOT’s Electric Vehicle Guidance Prioritizes Safety, Workers
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson issued the following statement in response to new guidance issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for the implementation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
February 7, 2022
White House Task Force Report Empowers Working People
Lonnie Stephenson, President of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, issued the following statement in response to a report from the White House Task Force on Worker Organizing and Empowerment.
January 21, 2022
Statement on Coalition Building Performance Standards
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s Coalition on Building Performance Standards.
January 20, 2022
President Joe Biden’s First Year in Office: Promises Made, Promises Kept
IBEW International President Lonnie Stephenson issued the following statement marking President Joe Biden’s first year office.
January 2, 2022
IBEW Members Applaud Offshore Wind, Made-in-America Initiatives Announced by Biden-Harris Administration
Lonnie R. Stephenson, International President of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, issued this statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s new actions to advance offshore wind, leverage public lands for clean energy, and build new electrical transmission lines.
December 2, 2021
IBEW Proudly Supports Stacey Abrams for Governor of Georgia
Stacey Abrams has long stood with working families and today, the 775,000 members of the IBEW are proud to stand with Stacey in her candidacy for governor of Georgia.
November 19, 2021
IBEW Members Applaud House Passage of Build Back Better Act
For generations, IBEW members have joined our working sisters and brothers across the economy in calling for the kind of basic protections and services found in the Build Back Better Act. This historic legislation will improve quality of life for millions, and today, IBEW members are celebrating its passage by the U.S. House of Representatives.
November 15, 2021
IBEW Members Join President Biden to Celebrate Passage of Historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
Eleven IBEW members received the honor of a lifetime when they joined President Joe Biden and IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson at a White House signing ceremony earlier today to celebrate passage of the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
November 5, 2021
IBEW Members Celebrate Passage of Historic
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Nearly one year ago, the American people voted in record numbers for a new president and majorities in Congress that would prioritize working families by making bold and visionary investments in our nation’s crumbling infrastructure. Today, our elected leaders made good on that promise. IBEW members and working people everywhere are celebrating the passage of the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act.
November 1, 2021
Berkshire Hathaway Energy and the IBEW Partner
to Advance Diversity and Inclusion
Berkshire Hathaway Energy and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers today announced the BHE – IBEW Stronger Together initiative to expand and inspire a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce.
October 29, 2021
IBEW Statement on the Release of President Biden’s Build Back Better Framework
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson released the following statement upon the release of the BBB framework announced today.
August 20, 2021
IBEW Statement on Liz Shuler’s Historic Election as AFL-CIO President
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on the election of Liz Shuler as AFL-CIO President.
August 11, 2021
IBEW joins National EV Charging Initiative
Recognizing the vital role electric vehicles will play in meeting President Biden’s goals to combat climate change, improve air quality, address racial equity, and create good, union jobs, as well as the need for greater collaboration among stakeholders to achieve these goals, the IBEW today joined the National EV Charging Initiative.
August 10, 2021
IBEW Statement on the Senate Passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
IBEW President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement following the passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
August 7, 2021
IBEW Mourns Passing of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the death of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka.
June 25, 2021
IBEW: Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework is a Vital Investment in American Jobs
Today’s announcement of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework represents a historic investment in our economy and is a vital step forward in meeting President Biden’s Build Back Better vision.
June 23, 2021
IBEW: Nuclear Power PTCs Support Climate and Jobs
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to the introduction of the Zero-Emission Nuclear Power Production Credit Act.
June 11, 2021
Biden Reaffirms Commitment to Made-In-America
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to guidelines issued by the Office of Management and Budget’s Made in America Office.
May 18, 2021
IBEW Ready to Get to Work Building America’s EV Industry
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s visit to the unveiling of the new all-electric F-150 Lighting vehicle in Dearborn, Mich.
April 28, 2021
American Families Plan is a Vital Investment in Working People
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s announcement of the American Families Plan.
April 27, 2021
IBEW Applauds Naming of Celeste Drake as OMB Made in America Director
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s announcement that he is appointing Celeste Drake as the first-ever Made in America Director at the Office of Management and Budget.
April 27, 2021
IBEW President: ‘Federal Workers Deserve a Living Wage’
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s executive order raising the minimum wage for federal contractors.
April 26, 2021
IBEW Welcomes White House Task Force on Worker Organizing
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s establishment of a White House Task Force on Worker Organizing.
April 22, 2021
IBEW President: “We’re Ready to Get to Work”
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s announcement on climate change and jobs.
March 31, 2021
America Needs to Move on Infrastructure and Jobs
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in reaction to President Joe Biden’s announcement of his American Jobs Plan.
March 8, 2021
IBEW Condemns Anti-Asian Racism
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes.
March 8, 2021
Honoring Women’s History Month
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on Women’s History Month.
March 8, 2021
American Rescue Plan Provides Vital Relief to Working America
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Senate’s passage of the American Rescue Plan.
February 17, 2021
Biden Supports Union Apprenticeships
IBEW International President Lonnie Stephenson made this statement following his meeting with President Joseph Biden and other labor leaders.
February 3, 2021
IBEW Celebrates Black History Month
This February, we celebrate the history and struggles of Black Americans and Canadians.
February 2, 2021
Passing of AFL-CIO President Emeritus John Sweeney
IBEW International President Lonnie Stephenson issued the following statement on the passing of AFL-CIO President Emeritus John Sweeney.
January 28, 2021
IBEW Says Sen. Peters is Right Choice to Head DSCC
IBEW International President Lonnie Stephenson issued the following statement on the announcement of Sen. Gary Peters as the new chair of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee.
January 27, 2021
President Biden’s Executive Actions on Climate Change and Clean Energy
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on President Biden’s executive actions on climate change and clean energy.
January 12, 2021
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson statement on President-elect Joe Biden’s nomination of Marty Walsh to be the next Secretary of Labor
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on President-elect Joe Biden’s nomination of Marty Walsh to be the next Secretary of Labor.
January 6, 2021
IBEW President Lonnie R. Stephenson statement in response to today’s attack on the U.S Capitol
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to today’s attack on the U.S Capitol.
December 10, 2020
IBEW President Lonnie R. Stephenson on the Nomination of Katherine Tai as United States Trade Representative
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on President-elect Biden’s nomination of Katherine Tai as United States Trade Representative.
November 30, 2020
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson in Response to President-elect Biden’s Economic Team Nominees
IBEW President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on President-elect Biden’s economic team nominees.
November 24, 2020
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson in Response to President-elect Biden’s Foreign Policy, National Security and Law Enforcement Nominees
IBEW President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on President-elect Biden’s Foreign Policy, National Security and Law Enforcement nominees.
November 7, 2020
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson in response to the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.
August 27, 2020
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson on the Retiring of the Byron and Dresden Nuclear Plants.
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the retiring of the Byron and Dresden nuclear plants.
August 12, 2020
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson on Joe Biden naming of Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on Joe Biden naming of Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate.
July 17, 2020
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson on FERC’s Updating of PURPA Rules And Regulations
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding FERC’s updating of PURPA rules and regulations.
July 14, 2020
IBEW President Lonnie Stephenson on VP Biden’s Clean-Energy Plan
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding Joe Biden’s clean-energy plan.
June 1, 2020
IBEW Statement on the Death of George Floyd
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issues the following statement in reaction to the death of George Floyd.
April 17, 2020
IBEW Statement on National Lineman Appreciation Day
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on National Lineman Appreciation Day:
March 27, 2020
IBEW Statement Recognizing Vietnam War Veterans Day
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on the IBEW recognizing Vietnam War Veterans Day:
March 11, 2020
IBEW Statement on U.S. Department of Labor’s Final Rule Regarding Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs
IBEW President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Labor’s final rule regarding Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs:
February 5, 2020
IBEW Endorses Joe Biden for President
The leadership of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, while attending its annual officers meeting, has unanimously endorsed Vice President Joe Biden to be the next President of the United States.
December 6, 2019
IBEW Statement on the Tragic Shooting at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on the shooting death of two members of the Hawaii Federal Employees Metal Trades Council at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam:
November 20, 2019
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the nomination of Dan Brouillette to be Secretary of Energy
“On behalf of 775,000 active and retired members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, the largest union in the electrical industry, we call on the United States Senate to approve Dan Brouillette to be the next Secretary of Energy.
October 15, 2019
Statement from IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson on the Nuclear Energy Leadership Act
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in support of the Nuclear Energy Leadership Act:
September 20, 2019
Statement from IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson on FERC's Efforts to Modernize PURPA
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s announcement that it intends to modernize the implementation of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978.
April 3, 2019
Vice President Joe Biden to Deliver Remarks at the IBEW Construction and Maintenance Conference
On Friday, April 5, Vice President Joe Biden will deliver remarks at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Construction and Maintenance Conference at the Washington Hilton in Washington D.C.
March 11, 2019
NV Energy, IBEW Local Union 396, and IBEW Local Union 1245 Receive the Inaugural Edwin D. Hill Award
During a reception tonight, the inaugural Edwin D. Hill Award will be presented to NV Energy, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local Union 396, and IBEW Local Union 1245. The distinguished award recognizes advancement of state and local initiatives on behalf of the Edison Electric Institute’s (EEI’s) member electric companies and IBEW members
March 11, 2019
U.S. Representatives Doug LaMalfa and Kurt Schrader Receive the 2019 John D. Dingell Award
During a reception tonight, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI) will present the 2019 John D. Dingell Award to U.S. Representatives Doug LaMalfa (R-CA) and Kurt Schrader (D-OR). This distinguished award recognizes leaders who exemplify and promote labor-management cooperation.
March 6, 2019
IBEW Statement on the Selection of T. David Long as the Next NECA CEO.
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on the occasion of the selection of T. David Long as the next Chief Executive Officer of the National Electrical Contractors Association.
December 1, 2018
IBEW Statement on the passing of International President Emeritus Edwin D. Hill.
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on the occasion of the passing of IBEW International President Emeritus Edwin D. Hill:
August 22, 2018
IBEW Statement on Affordable Clean Energy Rule
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the follow statement in regard to the Trump Administration’s move to formally replace the Clean Power Plan.
July 19, 2018
New Verizon Agreement Brings Positive Gains to Workers
Union members at Verizon will see strong wage gains and pension increases for future retirees under a new tentative agreement reached with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the Communications Workers of America, say IBEW leaders.
June 27, 2018
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson on Janus Decision
"The Supreme Court’s decision in the Janus v. AFSCME case is nothing but an all-out assault on the basic freedom of working people to come together to better their lives and their communities.
November 28, 2017
IBEW Supports AT&T/Time-Warner Merger
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers is calling for the swift approval of AT&T’s acquisition of Time-Warner, saying it is in the best interests of consumers and employees alike.
October 13, 2017
IBEW President Stephenson on the Repeal of the Clean Power Plan
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the repeal of the Clean Power Plan.
September 20, 2017
CBS and IBEW Reach Early Contract Renewal Agreement
NEW YORK – CBS and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) announced they have reached an early contract renewal agreement covering 3,500 technicians. The extended contract has been ratified by the affected workforce and will be effective Feb. 1, 2018, through April 30, 2021. The current IBEW agreement was scheduled to expire on Jan. 31, 2018.
August 25, 2017
IBEW President Stephenson on the Release of the Department of Energy’s Grid Reliability Study
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the Aug. 23 release of the Department of Energy’s Staff Report to the Secretary on Electricity Markets and Reliability.
February 13, 2017
IBEW President Stephenson on Approval of Rover Pipeline
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s approval of the Rover Pipeline.
January 9, 2017
BG&E Workers Rally for Their Own Union at Exelon HQ
On Tuesday, Jan. 10, BG&E’s gas and electrical workers are gathering in front of Exelon’s Baltimore office in a show of strength on the eve of their organizing election.
October 5, 2016
IBEW President Congratulates New NEI Head
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the election of Maria Korsnick as president of the Nuclear Energy Institute.
June 17, 2016
IBEW Members Ratify Verizon Contract
Members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers employed by Verizon Communications Inc., overwhelmingly ratified a new four-year agreement with the company June 17.
June 8, 2016
IBEW Endorses Hillary Clinton for President
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement endorsing Hillary Clinton for President.
May 30, 2016
IBEW, CWA Reach Tentative Agreement with Verizon
Negotiators from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the Communications Workers of America, representing nearly 40,000 striking Verizon workers, announced they have reached a tentative contract with Verizon.
May 27, 2016
IBEW President on Tentative Verizon Contract
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding a tentative contract between the IBEW/CWA and Verizon.
May 25, 2016
IBEW President on U.S. Senate Disapproval of Fiduciary Law
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Senate’s vote of disapproval for the Department of Labor’s fiduciary rule.
May 9, 2016
IBEW President On Detroit School Bills
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement on the passage of Michigan House bills 5383, 5384 and 5387.
April 29, 2016
IBEW President on Verizon’s Final Contact Offer
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding Verizon’s final offer to employees.
April 12, 2016
Verizon Workers Go On Strike April 13
IBEW President Denounces Unchecked Corporate Greed
April 11, 2016
Verizon Workers Announce Strike Deadline of Wednesday, April 13
Telecom giant makes $1.8 billion a month in profit, but seeks to destroy good jobs for nearly 40,000 East Coast working families
March 28, 2016
IBEW President on Energy Department’s Support of Plains and Eastern Clean Line
IBEW International President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the Department of Energy’s support of the Plains and Eastern Clean Line.
February 10, 2016
IBEW on the Supreme Court’s Blocking of EPA Carbon Regulations
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Lonnie R. Stephenson issued the following statement regarding the Supreme Court’s decision to halt the implementation of the Environmental Protection Agency’s new regulations on carbon emissions.
December 11, 2015
IBEW Applauds DNC Decision to Drop WMUR Sponsorship of Next Debate
IBEW leaders are applauding the decision of the Democratic National Committee and the New Hampshire Democratic Party to drop television station WMUR as a co-sponsor of the next Democratic presidential debate scheduled for December 19.
May 29, 2015
IBEW President Edwin D. Hill Retires
Sixth District Vice President Lonnie Stephenson Named New President
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Edwin D. Hill is retiring effective June 1, bringing a nearly six-decade career in the union to a close.
May 15, 2015
Senate Energy Bill Recognizes Union Apprenticeship Programs
“The 21st Century Energy Workforce Act is a major step forward in helping our nation meet the skilled worker shortage looming over the energy industry.
April 18, 2015
IBEW President Hill on TPP: ‘No More NAFTAs’
“I urge all members of Congress to reject President Barack Obama’s call for trade promotion authority, or fast-track, legislation.
Feb. 19, 2015
ADT Locks Out Winston-Salem, N.C. Employees
ADT employees and union leaders are denouncing the security company’s Feb. 13 decision to lock out 19 of its service technicians in Winston-Salem, N.C.
Feb. 9, 2015
IBEW International President Edwin D. Hill on Proposed Verizon/Frontier Sale
“Verizon’s announcement that it is selling $10.5 billion of its wireline operations in California, Texas and Florida – along with a Missouri-based call center – to Frontier Communications Corp. will affect millions of customers and thousands of workers across the country.
August 3, 2014
FairPoint Deadline Passes With No Resolution
A six-year contract between FairPoint Communications and 1,700 members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and 300 members of the CWA expired at midnight Aug. 2., as the parties agreed to continue talks to forge a new agreement.
July 28, 2014
IBEW to Speak Out Against
EPA Carbon Emission Rule
IBEW members are testifying this week in four cities in opposition to the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed Clean Power Plan.