"GM's Record Profit Sharing: A Windfall for Workers and a Win for the Union!"

UAW GM members, listen up! The new year is off to a roaring start, and you're in for a treat. General Motors just announced a record profit-sharing payout of $14,500 to eligible workers, set to hit your bank accounts on February 28, 2025. That's right, folks—$14,500! This is a massive win for you and a testament to your hard work and dedication. You've outperformed expectations, and GM is rewarding you handsomely for it.

But wait, there's more! For the first time ever, temporary workers—both full-time and part-time—are eligible for this profit-sharing plan. This is a historic moment for the Big Three automakers, and it's all thanks to the 2023 collective bargaining agreement. Temporary workers have never been included in the profit-sharing plan before, so this is a huge step forward for labor rights and economic justice.

Now, let's talk about the sanitation workers. The UAW GM Department has been making waves in the sanitation industry, and the latest contract with Hydrochem is no exception. By the end of the new contract, the wage floor across UAW-represented sites will be raised from less than $18 an hour to more than $26 per hour. Some sanitation workers will be making as much as $40-plus an hour by the end of the agreement. This is a massive victory for economic justice and a testament to the power of solidarity and negotiation.



But the wins don't stop there. The second round of the Special Attrition Program (SAP) was successfully completed in January, offering retirement benefits to participating members. This program is a direct result of the hard-fought gains won during the 2023 Stand Up Strike, where members walked the picket lines for six weeks. It's important to note that another SAP opportunity isn't expected until 2026, so make the most of this one!

Job security is always a top priority, and the UAW GM Department leadership is on it. With changing federal policies and potential tariff impacts, the industry is facing uncertain times. Under the 2023 agreement, GM has committed to building electric vehicles at several facilities, including the temporarily closed Fairfax Assembly plant. The department is actively engaging with GM to understand future plans for this and other potentially affected plants. Enforcing the contract and protecting jobs is the highest priority, and the leadership is working tirelessly to ensure that your interests are protected.

In conclusion, 2025 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for UAW GM members. With record profit-sharing payouts, historic wage increases for sanitation workers, and a successful SAP round, the union is delivering on its promises. Stay tuned for more updates, and keep fighting the good fight. In solidarity, let's make 2025 the best year yet for UAW GM members!