Time: 2024-07-16
The Teamsters union and other Basic Crafts unions remain far apart in talks with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers , with less than three weeks left before their contract expires . Teamsters Local 399 and the other unions have been negotiating for four weeks , with discussions scheduled through July 19 . The union warns that the contract will not be extended beyond the July 31 expiration date . The union is seeking a significant wage increase and is trying to address subcontracting issues to benefit union drivers in the Hollywood economy . The Teamsters emphasized that their members are some of the lowest - paid in production.
The clock is ticking on the Teamsters ' bargaining days with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers , with a tentative new three - year contract expected to be agreed upon by the end of the week . However , sources indicate there is still a significant gap between the two parties , mainly concerning monetary issues . The national union leadership has become involved to help bridge the divide . Some of the deal points on the table include wage increases for various roles in production . The union is focused on raising standards across the board for compensation and working conditions to protect their members ' jobs and ensure fair pay.
Despite ongoing contraction in the industry , Teamsters are steadfast in their stance not to extend negotiations past the July 31 expiration date . The union is open to adding more bargaining days until then but remains clear that they will not continue talks beyond that point . Teamsters have voiced concerns about potential strikes and have shifted the responsibility onto the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers if a fair deal can not be reached . This high - profile week for the Teamsters includes negotiations and a speech by OBrien at the Republican National Convention , a move that has sparked criticism from some members.
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