International Union Of Operating Engineers
Local 150
James M. Sweeney, President-Business Manager
The Newsroom
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Chicago Crane License Program Updated, Requiring New Tests for Operators
Chicago’s new crane ordinance will be effective on September 1, 2015. The new ordinance requires that any person operating crane equipment with a rated lifting/hoisting capacity of over 2,000 pounds to obtain a Chicago Crane Operator License. The ordinance also …
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David Fagan resigns from Ports of Indiana Commission, Citing Disagreement with Governor Pence over Common Wage Repeal
Today, David Fagan submitted his resignation from the Ports of Indiana Commission to Governor Mike Pence. Citing Pence’s support for the repeal of Indiana’s Common Construction Wage, Fagan stated, “I no longer believe I can be associated with your administration.” …
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Illinois Attorney General: “Right to Work” Zones are Illegal
Throughout his campaign and early tenure in office, Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner has promised to allow counties and municipalities the option to be “right to work” zones. That plan, however, is illegal, according to an opinion released Friday by Illinois Attorney …
President's Corner
As is usually the case, the centerpiece of the Annual Report to the Local 150 Membership is about jobs...