International Union of Operating Engineers
‘Right To Work’ Laws Unlikely To Make Their Way To Illinois Anytime Soon
In Illinois, Democrats – long supported by labor unions – have majorities in the House and Senate – and will have veto-proof majorities starting in January — and Gov. Pat Quinn also is a Democrat.
Officials, Labor Leaders Celebrate Federal Transportation Plan
Labor leaders joined Illinois Transportation Secretary Ann Schneider and U. S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) in taking a victory lap on Friday to celebrate President Barack Obama signing the new $105 billion federal transportation bill.
Strike Halts Road Projects In Northwest Indiana
Drivers in Northwest Indiana are getting a reprieve from roadwork.



