Union Carpenters and their allies in are preparing for Days of Action events to bring attention to tax fraud in the construc- tion industry. The Carpenters union will hold 5 events in 4 states to highlight this crisis. Construction industry tax fraud is costing U.S…. Read More
We all know that construction workers are more likely to have their wages stolen than other industries. That is why the Regional Council has been working with lawmakers to address this problem. In short, HB 1395 and SB 5565 hold a general contractor responsible for… Read More
Fighting to make the American Dream real for everyone Mark McDermott brings interactive workshops for leaders, staff, stewards, activists and apprentices with a focus on labor history, economic justice educa- tion, coalition building, communications skill building and strategic planning. He produces educational and training materials designed… Read More
Members working in the state of Washington should be aware that a new paid Family and Medical Leave program begins on January 1, 2019. For more information go to: www.paidleave.wa.gov/
In a historic election at the November 17, 2018 delegate meeting the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters elected Evelyn Shapiro (Carpenters Local 30 Renton, WA) with an overwhelming majority of the 155 delegates present. This election marks the first woman to be elected to… Read More
Members across Washington have reviewed the records and issue platforms of candidates running for office. How you vote is up to you, but we hope that you will take these local union recommendations into account for when you go to cast your ballot. Election day… Read More
Attached is a summary of the results we received from the bargaining survey. This reflects the data from approximately 2,200 surveys. Than you to everyone who filled it out and participated in the bargaining process! Contract 2018 Survey Summary
Click the links below for: Contract updates FAQ
View the pdfs below to find out how your Washington State Representatives score on worker issues. The links in the pdfs direct you to more information. Report organized by score 2018 Washington Legislative Report Card – Score Report organized by district 2018 Washington Legislative Report Card… Read More
With the recent passage of Initiative 1433 (WA paid sick leave) there have been many questions raised. The PNWRCC has done its best to answer some of the most frequently asked questions. Please see the attached. letter and fact sheet for more information. WA Paid… Read More
Our founding president, Peter J. McGuire worked tirelessly on the job sites across the country with his fellow Carpenters to organize the union. In 1881, he organized a Chicago convention to form a union. Representatives from 11 cities joined him and they produced a constitution and structure. Learn More