Instead of Concessions, USW Proposes Creative, Innovative Cost Savings

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Our negotiating committee continued to meet with ArcelorMittal management this week in Pittsburgh.

We have made proposals that address our concerns and management’s issues – by resolving problems that management claimed created a competitive disadvantage – without unnecessary changes to retiree or active employee health care coverage.

Our proposals would save the company millions of dollars in liability and legacy costs over the course of the contract.

In addition, rather than accepting the company’s proposals that would only lower the standards of living for tens of thousands of USW members, retirees and our families, our committee has proposed innovative changes to the structure and administration of the existing benefits plans.

We will continue to strive for a fair and equitable contract and remain committed to our members and our retirees.

Sticker Day

On Thurs., Feb. 11, CAT representatives at all ArcelorMittal locations will be distributing new “Fair Trade & Fair Contract” stickers. Wear them with pride to demonstrate our solidarity after more than seven months of negotiations.

Our committee sincerely appreciates the work of our CAT coordinators and activists company-wide for helping to keep everyone informed, educated and united throughout this long process. We are proud of our good faith efforts to engage management at the table and remain confident in our ability to negotiate a fair contract with your continued support.

For previous updates, more information and photos, visit http://www.usw.org/steel.

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