Washington, D.C. (September 11, 2020) – Terry O’Sullivan, General President of LIUNA – the Laborers’ International Union of North America – made the following statement today:

"It was 19 years ago today, on September 11, that terrorists attacked our nation in a vicious and cowardly assault, killing nearly 3,000 men and women. We will never forget the tragic events of that day or the victims and the families of those who perished. Likewise, we will always remember and honor the heroes — those who responded, cleaned up and rebuilt the World Trade Center and our Pentagon. While many fled, they raced toward the disaster, risked their lives and many suffered de...

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LIUNA Endorses Joe Biden for President

Washington, D.C. (September 7, 2020) – Terry O’Sullivan, General President of LIUNA – the Laborers’ International Union of North America – made the following statement today:

After discussions with our leaders and members, the General Executive Board of the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) unanimously, enthusiastically, and proudly endorses Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Kamala Harris for President and Vice President of the United States of America. As we celebrate Labor Day 2020, and remember the strife and struggle of those who came before us, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris stand out as the...

CONTACT YOUR CONGRESSMAN TODAY.
Tell them to please support H.R. 6800, and the GROW Act.

H.R. 6800, THE HEALTH AND ECONOMIC RECOVERY OMNIBUS EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS (HEROES) ACT will provide critical and necessary investments into the federal government’s response to the COVID-19 economic and public health crisis.

This pandemic requires massive and forward-leaning policies and investments that address the emergency needs and resources that are necessary to rebuild our economy, our country, and the shattered lives of families everywhere. This extraordinary piece of legislation does just that.

It also includes the GROW Act which will provide a useful tool and possible option for defined benefit ...

Jermaine Smiley, Business Manager for Washington and Northern Idaho District Council of Laborers shares a quick update on COVID-19.

We are all in this together.

Our April 9, 2020 Membership Meeting is cancelled.

There will be no VOICE class.

The executive board will meet to conduct the business of the local. Their report will be given during our next regular membership meeting.

Please stay safe,

Brian Belarde
Business manager
Laborers Local 252

**ACTION REQUESTED**

This will take only a few moments, and will benefit our brothers and sisters being laid off due to the COVID-19 and its impacts.

Please contact our federal representatives (Senator Cantwell, Senator Murray, and your Congressional Representative) simply ask that they:

“Please designate COVID-19 for Disaster Unemployment Assistance.

This is a necessary step to allow for waiving the 680 hour requirement to receive unemployment benefits.”

That’s all you need to say.

Here are the links to their contact pages.

Senator Maria Cantwell

Senator Patty Murray

Congressman Derek Kilmer WA-06

Congresswoman Kim Schrier WA-08

Congressman Adam Smith WA-09

Congressman Denny Heck WA-1...

We want you and your families to be healthy and safe. So, we are taking the following precautions.

During the week of March 9 - 13, the following procedures will apply at our offices.

Walk in service will not be available.
A few key staff will be there. They will not answer or unlock the doors.

You can call the office to pay dues over the phone.
Any card fees will be waived March 9 - 13.

You can also drop payment through the mail slot.

If you have job site issues, call the office and we will get you in touch with an agent.

Our union meeting scheduled for March 12 is cancelled.
There will be no VOICE class.

The executive board will conduct their business, and report back to membership on April 9.

Stay S...