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Rail Bargaining 101

Discover the structured bargaining process that is used to establish pay and benefits for railroaders, keep America’s freight rail industry on track, and ensure our economy continues moving forward.  

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The Process

Railroad negotiations are governed by the Railway Labor Act (RLA), a federal statute that facilitates negotiations between freight railroads and the labor unions that represent rail workers while preventing disruptions to interstate commerce. 

Bargaining Status

Learn about the status of the current round of collective bargaining.

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NCCC, IAM Announce National Tentative Agreement

Arlington, Va. (March 31, 2025) – The National Carriers Conference Committee (NCCC) today announced it...

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NCCC, IBB Announce National Tentative Agreement

Arlington, Va. (March 26, 2025) – The National Carriers Conference Committee (NCCC) today announced it...

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IBEW Members Vote to Ratify National Agreement with NCCC

Arlington, Va. (March 25, 2025) – The National Carriers Conference Committee (NCCC) today announced that...

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Arlington, Va. (March 20, 2025) – The National Carriers Conference Committee (NCCC) today announced that...

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