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.
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.
Learn about the results of the most recent round of collective bargaining.
A collaborative process delivers a strong, efficient outcome for railroads, unions, and employees Arlington,...
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Once ratified, NCCC-BRS deal will close out the current national bargaining round Arlington, Va. (June...
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In the one year since national bargaining opened, eleven unions have ratified twelve national agreements...
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2025 bargaining round has seen historic collaboration between freight rail carriers and the unions Arlington,...
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