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USW Local 1000

We are a United Steel Workers Local located in Corning, NY. We represent about 2100 members and almost 2000 retirees. Our employees work in 7 different facilities in what we call the "Valley" which are located in Corning, Erwin, Painted Post and Big Flats New York. 

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

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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.

Union Plus Benefits

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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

All Day

UWST Day of Action

The Union United Way of the Southern Tier Committee will be participating in the Day of Action organized by the United Way of the Southern Tier.

Future Fair

Addison Highschool Future Fair

USW Local 1000 Next Gen participated in the Addison Highschool Future Fair today. We got to meet students grades 9-12 talking to them about what a Uni...

Speciale

Joe Speciale "The Legend" has retired

The Legend has Retired!...

Day of Action

Day of Action 2024

2024 Day of Action is complete! Built new shed doors for the Chemung County Fairgrounds 4H sheds and painted them. Thank you everyone who participated...

Solidarity

Next Gen Solidarity Day 2024

Solidarity Day 2024 was a success! The Corning Public Library has a group of the sweetest retirees who set up book fairs twice a year to raise money f...

USW National News

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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