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We are the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union. We’re 850,000 members and retirees strong in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean, proudly representing workers across a wide variety of industries including atomic, chemical, energy, glass, health care, higher education, mining and metals, oil, paper, rubber and more. 

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Rapid Response News

Rapid Response, our union’s nonpartisan grassroots activist program, provides an opportunity for every USW member to weigh in on legislation concerning labor and work-related issues. By joining together, we encourage government actions that will positively impact our families, contracts and communities. Learn more!

Rapid Response News

Union Plus Benefits

Did you know your USW membership entitles you to discounts on wireless, car rentals, movie tickets, car insurance and more? Visit the Union Plus website to view current discounts and programs.

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Get USW event info, news alerts and even your union card right on your smart phone with the United Steelworkers app! It’s free and available for both Apple and Android users.

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USW Publications

Want to learn more about your union working for you? Check out new and archived USW publications, including USW@work, sector newsletters and more. 

USW Publications

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Get Text Updates About Contract Negotiations

Text "NEKOOSA" to phone number 47486  by opting in, you agree to receive recurring messages from the USW; Message and data rates may apply...

Annual Holiday Party 1.4.25

Remember to purchase your tickets from your local union representative. We look forward to seeing you there!

2024 Holiday Party

Annual Holiday Party

Contact your local Union Representative to get tickets. We look forward to seeing you there!

Regular Monthly Meeting 12.3.25

Call to OrderPresident Czappa called the meeting to order at 7pm. 15 members were in attendance. Roll Call of Officers:...

USW National News

  • Leaving No Veteran Behind

    Many veterans struggle to adjust to civilian life, yet the government services specifically established to help them often go unused. That's why USW members are advocating for the Thomas M. Conway Vet... —

  • Playing With Fire

    Tens of millions of Americans—firefighters, hazardous materials crews, members of the armed forces and workers in numerous occupations—rely on the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health... —

  • The Union Counterweight to the Epstein Class

    In stark contrast to the Jeffrey Epstein class of billionaires and other bullies are stalwart union members who stand up to injustice and look out for others, especially those most at risk. Union wor... —

  • Partners in Prosperity

    The shared commitment of workers, employer and government provides the surest path forward in today’s uncertain economy. When they pull together, they are partners in prosperity. The post Partners in... —

  • The Empty Promise

    Donald Trump won election last year with a promise to bring down costs of groceries and other items on “day one” of his administration. He failed. Instead, he’s making life harder with policies that... —

Get Involved!

As USW members, advocacy is at the heart of everything we do. We push for pro-worker policies, and we give back to our communities. We keep each other safe, and we lift up each other’s voices. So whether you’re a seasoned veteran or an emerging activist, there’s a place for you to get more involved.

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