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Stellantis has rejected a United Auto Workers (UAW) proposal to reinstate the Jobs Bank system, citing its costly history and unsuitability for the current market. The automaker filed multiple lawsuits against UAW local unions amidst escalating tensions over job security. Legal action threatens amid potential UAW strikes, impacting production stability.
The UAW is intensifying its conflict with Stellantis due to unmet U.S. investment commitments, highlighted by a 97% strike authorization vote from Denver workers. Stellantis’ $1.1 billion in stock buybacks, instead of fulfilling a $19 billion investment pledge, has enraged workers, prompting widespread support for potential strikes across UAW locals.
Workers at Stellantis’ Los Angeles Parts Distribution Center voted overwhelmingly for strike authorization due to the company’s failure to honor $19 billion investment commitments made in a 2023 labor agreement. UAW President Shawn Fain emphasized the determination of members to ensure job security, while Stellantis faces legal challenges amid growing tensions.
