A strike by the ILA workers would be the first by the union since 1977 and could have major impacts on the U.S. economy
Port of Houston shut down as dock workers strike for fair contract, wagesDrunk driver arrested for running over, killing woman sleeping on sidewalk in Third WardCLICK2SAVE DEALSTackle holiday preparation by joining Costco as a Gold Star– The Port of Houston is facing a looming strike and work stoppage if a contract dispute between The International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Association isn’t resolved by Tuesday, October 1st.
Emmett told KPRC 2 he believed fruit, vegetables, and automobiles would be among the items most impacted. Emmett added that the impacts on consumers could be kept to a minimum if a deal is reached within a week or two.The International Longshoremen’s Association reports that United States Maritime Alliance continues to block the path toward a settlement on a new Master Contract by refusing ILA’s demands for a fair and decent contract and seems intent on causing a strike at all ports from Maine to Texas beginning in almost 12 hours.
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