Union Pacific Railroad Reaches Paid Sick Leave Agreements with Eight Labor Unions

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Union Pacific Railroad announced agreements with eight labor unions to provide up to seven paid sick days, effective April 1. The unions involved encompass various craft professionals, representing over 40% of Union Pacific's workforce. Employees will receive four paid sick days annually, prorated for 2023, with the option to convert up to three paid leave days into paid sick days. The agreements highlight Union Pacific's commitment to employee welfare, as emphasized by Beth Whited, executive vice president. Negotiations with the remaining four unions are ongoing, demonstrating the company's effort to enhance employee quality of life.

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• Agreements reached with eight labor unions to provide paid sick leave.
• Commitment to employee welfare and quality of life improvement.

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• Negotiations with remaining four unions still ongoing.

Negotiations ongoing with remaining unions 

OMAHA, Neb., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Union Pacific Railroad today announced it reached agreements with eight labor unions to provide access to up to seven paid sick days, effective April 1.

The unions that reached agreements include:

• National Conference of Firemen and Oilers
• Brotherhood of Railway Carmen
• International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
• International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
• International Brotherhood of Boilermakers
• International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers – Mechanical Division
• International Association of Bridge, Structural and Ornamental Iron Workers
• Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division

The Transportation Communications International Union's collective bargaining agreement already provided paid sick time, bringing the total number of unions to nine out of 13 that will have paid sick leave agreements.

While all Union Pacific employees receive paid personal days off, employees represented by these unions will also receive four paid sick days annually, prorated for 2023, with the ability to convert up to three paid leave days for use as paid sick days.

"At Union Pacific, we value our employees and are committed to addressing their concerns by working together with union leaders to find solutions," said Beth Whited, executive vice president – Sustainability and Strategy and CHRO. "We thank the union leadership for their collaboration and we will continue working with the other unions to address paid sick time solutions."

Together with the clerical craft, the unions that have reached agreements or tentative agreements represent more than 40% of Union Pacific's craft professionals and negotiations with the remaining four unions are ongoing. The railroad continues to work to identify ways to improve quality of life for all employees.

About Union Pacific
Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at www.up.com.

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FAQ

What is the effective date for Union Pacific's paid sick leave agreements?

The paid sick leave agreements are effective from April 1.

How many paid sick days will Union Pacific employees receive?

Union Pacific employees will receive up to seven paid sick days.

Which unions reached agreements with Union Pacific for paid sick leave?

Agreements were reached with eight labor unions, including the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen and the International Association of Machinists.

What percentage of Union Pacific's workforce is represented by the unions that reached agreements?

The unions represent over 40% of Union Pacific's workforce.

What did Beth Whited say regarding the paid sick leave agreements?

Beth Whited emphasized Union Pacific's commitment to employee welfare through collaboration with union leaders.