Mississippi
Key Aspects of IBEW Political Action
Political Action Committee (PAC): The IBEW PAC provides financial support to local, state, and federal candidates who advocate for labor-friendly policies. It relies on voluntary contributions from U.S. members to influence legislation.
Legislative Advocacy: The IBEW Government Affairs Department lobbies for issues such as prevailing wage requirements, apprenticeship utilization, and project labor agreements, particularly concerning the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act.
Grassroots Mobilization: Activities include member-driven efforts like "labor walks," lobbying days, and town hall meetings to engage with political figures.
Targeted Goals: Major focus areas include defending independent safety regulations (e.g., NRC), increasing apprenticeship opportunities, ensuring tax-free overtime, and fighting anti-worker legislation.
Local Involvement: The IBEW Constitution mandates that local unions have a registrar to manage and boost political engagement.
Please visit this site to make sure you are registered to vote in Mississippi.
