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2021 PA Primary Suggested Candidates
Posted OnMay 12, 2021 by
The Pennsylvania Primary Election is on Tuesday, May 18th. Polls are open 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Use the guide below to see who the suggested candidates are on your ballot. EAS Carpenters 2021 PA Primary Suggested CandidatesRead More
Pittsburgh Mayor Peduto Tax Fraud Day of Action
Posted OnMay 5, 2021 by
Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto, joined by representatives of the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, took action by signing an executive order on April 15, 2021. The executive order took into account suggestions from the Pittsburgh Joint Tax Task Force on Construction Industry Fraud to help define what a “construction contractor” is to…Read More
Training Director Position Open
Posted OnApril 30, 2021 byTraining Director – Opportunity Available! The KML Carpenters Training Fund has initiated the search for a new Director. This position is expected to work under the leadership of the Executive Director and accept the following responsibilities: direct supervision of instructors, administrative staff, and apprentices including management of all training center activity associated with apprentice…Read More
SIB sees Change with New Leadership and New Initiatives
Posted OnApril 26, 2021 by
The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters’ Sisters in the Brotherhood Committee welcomed new leadership this year with the selection of Cyndie Williams of Local Union 254 and Layla Bibi of Local Union 158 as Committee Co-Chairs. This change in leadership suggests that the Sisters are looking for increased growth, development and action….Read More
Letter Regarding Local 441 and the Establishment of Local Union’s 274 and 474
Posted OnApril 6, 2021 by
Update from the EAS Carpenters Regarding Local 441Read More
Carpenters Apprentice Ready Program (CARP) Offers Launchpad for Future Skilled Jobs
Posted OnMarch 30, 2021 by
Philadelphia Union Carpenters & Contractors Recruit Local Talent (Press Release) Philadelphia — Three building trade groups have teamed up to launch an important program to train hopeful apprentice carpenters. They include the Carpenters Joint Apprentice Committee of Philadelphia, the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, and the General Building Contractors Association (GBCA),…Read More
SIB Welcome New Leadership
Posted OnMarch 24, 2021 by
The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters’ Sisters in the Brotherhood Committee welcomed new leadership recently with the selection of Cyndie Williams of Local Union 254 and Layla Bibi of Local Union 158 as Committee Co-Chairs. Williams and Bibi are both eager for the challenge to expand on what has already been a…Read More
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Provides Insight on American Relief Plan Act
Posted OnMarch 24, 2021 by
The American Rescue Plan Act, recently put into effect last week, has brought relief to the American workers, but comes with updates from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). If you filed your taxes already, please contact your trusted tax preparer for more insight on the information reported here. IRS OFFICAL GUIDANCE Members who…Read More
Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail (BWRR) Announces Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Plan
Posted OnMarch 2, 2021 by
The Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail (BWRR) will develop Phase One of the Superconducting Maglev (SCMAGLEV) high-speed train project. Its route will include stops at Washington, D.C., BWI-Thurgood Marshall Airport and Baltimore, connecting the two major cities in 15 minutes. “Our region is fortunate that Northeast Maglev is investing locally and bringing the SCMAGLEV…Read More
Local 436 Builds Blessing Box
Posted OnFebruary 25, 2021 by
Local 436 members came up with an idea that would allow anyone in the nearby communities to share non-perishables, supplies, and canned goods while also practicing social distancing.Read More