Our Union
We are the United Steelworkers Local 13214, Southwest Wyoming’s largest industrial union. With over 1000 dedicated members and retirees, we have proudly represented the hardworking men and women at the Westvaco and Granger mining facilities for 75 years. As the backbone of the region’s largest soda ash mine, our members play a vital role in fueling industries across the globe with one of Wyoming’s most valuable natural resources. Through decades of solidarity, we have fought for fair wages, strong benefits, and safe working conditions, ensuring our members are treated with dignity and respect. More than just a union, we are a family—united in protecting workers’ rights and securing a stronger future for generations to come. USW Local 13214 isn’t just part of history—we’re shaping the future of Wyoming’s mining industry every day.
Title 30 CFR – MSHA Regulations
This link takes you to the official federal mine safety and health regulations enforced by MSHA. These rules cover miner safety, training requirements, inspections, accident reporting, and equipment and workplace standards for mining operations. Title 30 CFR is the legal foundation for how mines are regulated and how safety and health rules are enforced at our site. This is the best place to look if you want to understand what the law requires from the company and what rights and protections miners have under federal law.
MSHA Information
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) works to protect the safety and health of miners across the United States. Their website offers resources on mine regulations, safety training, enforcement data, and compliance assistance to ensure safe working conditions in the mining industry. For more information click here!
Teaching Tuesdays
Knowledge is power! Teaching Tuesdays offers valuable education on workers' rights, union history, and leadership skills to help you stay informed and empowered. Don’t miss out on these insightful lessons—take your union knowledge to the next level. Learn more here!
Where Each Dues Dollar Goes
As a member of the USW, you have a say in where your money goes. You oversee how your dues are set by electing your delegates to the International Convention. You also determine how dues are administered by participating in local union meetings so that your local union spends its money according to your priorities.
Financial controls ensure that the membership oversees all spending. Local union and International books are audited regularly.
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Cancer Sucks 50/50 Raffle Drawing
The union will be holding a Cancer Sucks 50/50 raffle drawing on March 12. Tickets are $1 each or a wingspan for $20.
Recent News & Updates
Important Documents
USW National News
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USW Making Rail Operations Safer to Prevent Future Tragedies
USW members launched an effort in 2024 to make in-plant and in-mill railroad operations safer and to prevent future tragedies with this small job classification. At least 89 Steelworkers have lost the... —
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BC Miners Push to Improve Workplace Safety and Health
More than 1,200 members of Local 7619 at the Highland Valley Copper (HVC) mine in British Columbia are working toward improved health and safety for all the miners in the province in the wake of a rep... —
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USW Members Fight Attacks on Silica Rule
USW miners achieved a major breakthrough two years ago when, after years of advocacy, the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) adopted a rule with real teeth to protect them from cancer-c... —
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USW Activists on the Ballot in Texas
Two Steelworkers in Texas are working hard to take the fight for workers’ rights to the next level by running for statewide office in the March 3 primary election. Marcos Velez, a member of Loc... —
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Co-op U Manual Available for Free Digital Download
USW members at Co-op Cincy authored a Co-op U Manual, a practical guide to building and strengthening worker-owned cooperatives. This free guide, which includes exercises, tools,... —
