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Amalgamated Transit Union

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Founded in 1892, the ATU works to promote transit issues and fights for the interests of its over 200,000 hard-working members in the U.S. and Canada.

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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
"Everything we do in that boardroom comes back to the members," said Costa. "Transit workers move millions of people every single day, and they do it with skill and heart. They're the reason this Union exists, and they're the reason we fight."
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The GEB also gathered with members and leaders from New York and New Jersey Locals to hear directly from the people who keep this country moving. Costa thanked the Locals for their hospitality and the GEB for a productive week of work.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Board members heard presentations from every International department, reflecting the full scope of what ATU does for the 200,000+ workers we're proud to represent.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
ATU's International Vice Presidents representing members from coast to coast across the United States and Canada. Over the course of the week, the GEB dug into the work of charting our Union's future.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The ATU General Executive Board (GEB) gathered in New York City this week for a full slate of reports and updates from across our Union. IP John Costa chaired the week-long meeting, joined by IEVP Yvette Trujillo, IST Ken Kirk, ATU Canada President John Di Nino, and
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
while bravely doing his job serving the public. Our Union demands that transit agencies and government officials provide better protections and safety measures that will help to prevent these tragedies from happening.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The ATU condemns the fatal shooting of a Culver City bus driver in California by a passenger. We send our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim as of a result of a senseless act of violence... #NotOneMore abc7.com/post/bus-dri...
abc7.com
Bus driver fatally shot by passenger after dispute in Mar Vista, police say
A bus driver was fatally shot by a passenger following a dispute in Mar Vista, according to Los Angeles police.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
We welcome Local 128-Asheville, NC,  President/Business Steve Sprague as our newest International Organizer. #OurVoiceOurPower
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
First Student is threatening the health and safety of our Local 1546 Zachary School Bus Drivers and their students by failing to address maintenance problems and broken air conditioning on buses. #UnionStrong www.wbrz.com/news/union-c...
wbrz.com
Union contacts OSHA over alleged safety issues with Zachary school buses
ZACHARY — Bus drivers working for a private company that transports students in the Zachary School District are dealing with maintenance problems and broken air conditioning on some buses, according t...
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
It’s time for Regina Transit to keep their promises to beef up safety for the sake of our Local 588 members and riders. #NotOneMore #canlab leaderpost.com/news/regina-...
leaderpost.com
'Getting dangerous': Regina Transit union says promise of peace officers falling short
"(The city) needs to step up, do something before something more serious happens."
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Our celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month continues recognizing Brother Pablo González Local 820-Union City, NJ. #HispanicHeritageMonth
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Under International President John Costa’s leadership, our Union has set the standard for developing these important apprenticeship programs in the transit industry.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Welcome to our newest Coach Operator apprenticeship graduates at Local 697-Toledo, OH. These are the first graduates of the new innovative apprenticeship program developed by our Local and TARTA.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Another successful ATU Canada Conference. Thanks to Local 508-Halifax, NS, for hosting and our Local leaders for advocating for our members. #OurVoicePower #canlab @NS_Labour #1u
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
On behalf of ATU International, thank you to all of our Canadian members for showing the power of cross-border solidarity! Our Voice, Our Power! Notre Voix, Notre Pouvoir!
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The afternoon took us out of the conference room and onto the water. President Costa, our ATU International Officers, and Local 508 President/Business Agent Nicholas Hinkley took a site visit to the Halifax Ferry, run by our Local 508 members, including Ferry Captain Emma Charles.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Then came one of the biggest items on the agenda: Nominations and Elections for an ATU Canada Executive Board member for Western Canada. Congratulations, Recording Secretary Crystal Hanley of Local 1505-Winnipeg, MB!
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
On Day 2 of the ATU Canada Conference, delegates showed up in unity wearing their conference tshirts as International President John Costa and ATU Canada President John Di Nino opened the day.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The ATU continues our celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month recognizing our rock star Brother Willie Delgado, Local 1596-Orlando, FL. #HispanicHeritageMonth #1u #canlab
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Wishing all of our ATU members who observe Yom Kippur an easy fast. #YomKippur
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Congratulations to this year's award honorees, Latino Caucus President Luis Alzate, the entire executive board, and to each and every volunteer. ¡Gracias por todo!
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
"This Caucus has never been about one hard fight," Costa said as the conference closed. "It's about 35 years of showing up for each other and building the power to keep showing up for 35 more. Sí se puede isn't just something we say. It's what we do."
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
what followed was a session on immigration law and rights, an immigration panel that armed members with real answers, and a room full of people who refused to face this moment alone.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Members walked in carrying concerns about what this moment means for their families. They walked out with answers, and with people ready to fight alongside them. International President John Costa opened the two days with a call to stand up to that fear, and
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
One of the most well-attended in history, the 2026 ATU Latino Caucus wrapped today in New Orleans, closing out 35 years the same way this Caucus started by being organized, hopeful, and stronger together.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
We even got a chance to go to the original home of the “Poor Boy” sandwich at Parkway Bakery and Tavern, named after our striking members they fed in 1929. To every Latino and Latina worker, you're not alone. The ATU sees you and stands with you. ¡Sí se puede!
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
On day one, attendees also heard from the Honorable Mayor of New Orleans, Helena Moreno, the first Latina Mayor in the city’s history, and learned from ATU International staff about arbitrations and grievances.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
"That same spirit is what built the Latino Caucus," Costa said, "and it's what will carry us through this too. Our answer to fear is organizing. Our answer to fear is each other."
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Costa pointed to the Caucus's roots for strength, invoking the organizers who built power and the leaders carrying that same spirit forward today, including Executive Vice President Yvette Trujillo, the first woman and first Latina elected to that seat.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
"For our members, immigration fear and economic pressure are not two separate fights," he said. "They show up in the same household, sometimes on the same day."
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Costa also named the economic pressure sitting right alongside rent, groceries, health care costs and the threats of automation climbing faster than paychecks.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
"We won’t stand by while our members live in fear," Costa said, addressing the immigration raids near transit hubs and the members who are afraid to go to work over where they were born, the color of their skin or what language they speak at home.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Day one of the 2026 ATU Latino Caucus is underway in New Orleans, and International President John Costa opened it with a message our hermanas y hermanos needed to hear.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
This support helps our members navigate the early stages of their careers and build a foundation for long-term success. This is what union strength looks like: members supporting members and building a stronger future together. #OurVoiceOurPower
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
union-led mentorship approach to the maintenance side of the transit workforce. This program would pair our experienced members with newly hired maintenance workers and those in need of additional support through a structured peer-to-peer mentoring model.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Under International President John Costa, the ATU has set the standard for transit workforce development programs across North America. Our Union continues to expand our programs and recently meet with the Local 113-Toronto, ON, Maintenance Executive Board to discuss bringing a structured,
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Another tragic bus accident, this one involving one of our Local 587-Seattle, WA, Bus Operators. The driver of the stolen SUV was killed, and 3 bus passengers were injured. Our member is thankfully ok. komonews.com/news/local/d...
komonews.com
Driver killed after slamming stolen car into back of Metro bus in south King County
One person is dead and others were hurt when a stolen car crashed into a Metro Transit bus Wednesday morning.I can confirm that about 7am we responded to a car
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
We are deeply saddened to hear about the tragic bus accident & News helicopter crash covering the accident in Los Angeles, CA, that took the lives of six people. We extend our condolences & prayers to the families of the victims & all those impacted by this tragedy. www.latimes.com/california/s...
latimes.com
At least 6 dead in helicopter crash and bus accident in Chatsworth: ‘A deeply traumatic day’
A helicopter crashed into flames Tuesday night in Chatsworth, not far from a serious accident involving a Metro bus that left three people dead.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
With Texas being a critical battleground state in the upcoming U.S. midterm elections to determine power in Congress, International President John Costa convened a zoom of the ATU Texas State Legislative Conference Board to discuss our Union’s strategy. www.atu.org/media/blog/2...
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Today, September 15, marks the beginning of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. Our Union is celebrating by recognizing our Hispanic/Latinx members who have made a difference in our Union and the labor movement. Our first is International Vice President Arturo Aguilar. #HispanicHeritageMonth #1u #canlab
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Our Local 1505-Winnipeg, MB, has advocated for years for fully enclosed bus operator safety shields. It’s about time. #NotOneMore #canlab #1u #UnionStrong www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
cbc.ca
City of Winnipeg changes course on safety shield for bus drivers | CBC News
The City of Winnipeg will be moving to install full safety shields in buses following calls by transit drivers who said current protections aren't enough to keep them safe.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Congratulations to the 2026 Marcel Malboeuf Scholarship winner Mariana Gabriele. #OurVoiceOurPower #canlab #UnionStrong
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
#NeverForget911
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Thank you, President Costa, for always keeping workers front and center, and for never letting anyone forget who this movement is for. Solidarity Forever!
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
"If there's any credit in this award, it belongs to every Local President, every Shop Steward, every rank and file member who decided the ATU was worth their time and their trust."
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
But Costa was clear about who the award really belongs to: the cleaners, the operators, the mechanics, the dispatchers, the Local officers fielding calls at midnight because a member's in trouble.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Under Costa’s leadership, the ATU has added nearly 10,000 new members, launched more than 150 workforce development programs, and kept fighting in statehouses and in Washington to protect transit workers from violence on the job.
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
"You don't win anything by being polite and waiting your turn," he told the room. "You win by showing up, by staying loud, and by being just as determined as the people across the table from you."
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Amalgamated Transit Union @atucomms.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Costa started out as a cleaner for New Jersey Transit who was tired of watching his coworkers be treated with disrespect, and that's what still drives him.
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