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- 1Bath Iron Works Workers Negotiate AI Protections in New Contract●B.I.W. Workers Negotiate A.I. Protections in New Contract
Shipbuilders at Bath Iron Works in Maine have negotiated protections around artificial intelligence as part of their new labor contract. The Maine AFL-CIO highlighted the agreement, which addresses how AI could affect jobs, work assignments and job security at the shipyard. It marks a growing trend of unions seeking explicit safeguards on emerging technology in contract negotiations.
- 2AutoZone Workers Vote to Join UAW in First for the Chain●Service & Solidarity Spotlight: AutoZone Workers Vote to Join UAW, First for Nationwide Chain
Workers at an AutoZone location have voted to join the United Auto Workers, marking the first unionized AutoZone store in the national retail chain. The vote was highlighted by the AFL-CIO in its Service & Solidarity series, which showcases organizing drives. It is part of a broader push by the UAW to organize auto parts and non-automotive workplaces beyond its traditional manufacturing base.