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UA Political Pipeline - June 20, 2024 - (6/20/2024)

1) UA Local 137 at the Forefront of Clean Energy Innovation

Earlier this week, UA Local 137 BM Aaron Gurnsey spoke at the ribbon cutting for the largest Direct Air Capture (DAC) prototype in the U.S., located in Springfield, IL. This groundbreaking project, supported and funded by the Biden Administration's Department of Energy, not only creates valuable union jobs but also plays a crucial role in securing our clean energy future.

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2) Biden's $7 Billion Hydrogen Hubs Boost UA Jobs Nationwide

President Biden has awarded $7 Billion to establish hydrogen hubs in 16 states, this monumental investment, which includes strong labor protections, will create thousands of UA jobs across the country. These hydrogen hubs are essential to developing clean energy technologies and securing good-paying jobs for our members.

Learn more about how these investments are generating job opportunities and driving the clean energy future here.

3) Biden's Commitment to Nuclear Energy Creates UA Jobs

President Biden's robust commitment to modernizing and expanding our nuclear fleet is creating more work opportunities for UA members. With significant investments like a $1.5 billion loan for the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant, $1.1 billion in credits for Diablo Canyon, and $12 billion in loan guarantees for Vogtle 3, UA members are at the forefront of building and maintaining these vital energy projects.

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• Calla Brown, Senior Legislative Representative
• Andrew Galo, Communications Representative
• Thomas Hatfield, Digital Communications Representative

General President Mark McManus, General Secretary-Treasurer Derrick Kualapai, Assistant General President Mike Pleasant

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