May 07 2025
On May 7, the Massachusetts Joint Committee on the Judiciary held a hearing on Bill H.1877, sponsored by Rep. Joseph W. McGonagle, Jr. The bill aims to criminalize assault by bodily substances and extend legal protections to public transit workers, treating them like police officers and EMTs. During the hearing, Local 589 Executive Board members …
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Jul 22 2024
Dear Members, Student interns from the ATU International, in partnership with Local 589, have created a brief 5-7 minute survey to gather your suggestions for improving working conditions, addressing health hazards, and combating workplace violence. All responses are completely anonymous and will contribute to an upcoming report advocating for better conditions and resources. You can …
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Apr 27 2024
MBTA Transit Police are looking for this man who, without provocation, spat in the face of a bus driver earlier this month near Meridian and Eutaw streets in East Boston. If you have information about the suspect, please contact the MBTA Transit Police Crime Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. Incidents like this underscore the need to …
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