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November 5, 2024

Boeing Workers Approve New Contract with 43% Raises Over 4 Years, Ending Costly Weekslong Strike
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In labor news, 33,000 Boeing workers on the West Coast approved a new
contract, ending a strike that started over seven weeks ago. The
contract will raise salaries more than 43% over the next four years and
includes a ratification bonus of $12,000. Jon Holden is president of
District 751 of the International Association of Machinists.

Jon Holden: "We reduced the cost of healthcare and added other important
insurance programs. We secured a commitment for the next airplane
program. We got commitments on jobs for our facilities and maintenance
to maintain the head count. And we made many other improvements.
Tonight, our membership voted to accept this contract by 59%. You know,
it's time for - it's time for us to come together. This is a victory."



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