INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS for INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS
What was lobbied
6 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Energy/Nuclear ENG
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) supports the inclusion of a worker retention program in legislation that may negatively impact generation facilities that utilize fossil fuels. IBEW represents the overwhelming majority of employees in the utility sector who would be most affected by fossil fuel plant closures. Specific legislation includes H.R. 5376 Build Back Better Act. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) lobbied in support of the Expressing support for the designation of Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day (H.Res. 1220)
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DANIELLE ECKERT | — |
| SERGIO ESPINOSA | — |
Taxation/Internal Revenue Code TAX
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) lobbied on the Build Back Better Act (H.R. 5376).
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| SERGIO ESPINOSA | — |
Transportation TRA
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers lobbied to support the requirement that electrical workers who install Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) are credentialed through the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP). EVITP provides the appropriate curriculum to ensure that EVSE is safe and follows all local, state, and federal electrical standards. The IBEW supports the inclusion of this credential in any federal infrastructure package, including H.R. 5376 Build Back Better Act or any tax legislation that includes provisions of BBBA. The IBEW also supports the inclusion of EVITP in any electrification of the nations federal fleet and USPS fleet. Specific legislation includes HR 7379, the Military Vehicle Fleet Electrification Act, and H.R.6662, the EVs for All Act.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DANIELLE ECKERT New | — |
Railroads RRR
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers lobbied to support robust funding for high-speed rail programs. The U.S. is significantly behind global competitors in the development of high-speed rail. With targeted investment in this mode of transportation, the U.S. can dramatically reduce emissions from the largest emitting sector of greenhouse gases- transportation. However, these investments must also be paired with labor standards that cover the traditional workforce; The Railway Labor Act, the Railroad Retirement Act, and the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act. Any federal program that invests in passenger rail transportation that does not include the federal statute for this coverage must be rectified. Specific legislation includes H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act, or any tax package comprising the Build Back Better Act provisions. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers lobbied to support the continuation of the Railway Labor Act process. During national contract negotiations, the IBEW has negotiated in good faith for over two and a half years with all Class I freight carriers. The National Mediation Board has released the IBEW from mediation, and a Presidential Emergency Board has been created to issue recommendations for a settlement. If the IBEW and the Class I freight Carriers fail to reach an agreement, historically, Congress has stepped in to prevent a work stoppage. The IBEW has supported and continues to support the historical route for Rail Labor contract negotiations. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) lobbied to support a recalibration of the regulatory framework covering Class I Railroad Carriers. The U.S. Class I Railroads have become an industry that enjoys the benefits of high concentration with little regulatory oversight. As a result, all Class I freight Carriers have made changes to their operating models that have led to a significant decrease in the workforce at the expense of safety within the industry and service to shippers. Therefore, the IBEW supports re-examining the regulatory framework to ensure that freight railroad carriers fulfill their statutory duty under the common carrier obligation.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DANIELLE ECKERT New | — |
Labor Issues/Antitrust/Workplace LBR
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) lobbied in support of the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act (H.R. 842/S. 420). The IBEW supports the inclusion of labor standards on all legislation that provides renewable energy tax credits or other federal financial assistance or incentives for renewable energy projects. Specific legislation includes H.R. 5376 Build Back Better Act or any tax package that includes provisions in the Build Back Better Act. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) lobbied on the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Pub. Law 117-58) and the National Apprenticeship Act of 2021-2022 (H.R. 447)
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DANIELLE ECKERT | — |
| SERGIO ESPINOSA | — |
| TAYLOR WAITES New | — |
Trade (domestic/foreign) TRD
The IBEW lobbied on the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act (USICA) (S. 1260) The IBEW lobbied on the America COMPETES Act (H.R. 4521).
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| SERGIO ESPINOSA | — |
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