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The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers or IBEW, was founded in 1891 by Henry Miller. The IBEW is an organization run by the members and for the members with a clear record of dedication to the basic principles of organized labor. It is the largest, strongest and oldest union devoted exclusively to electrical workers.

The IBEW is affiliated with the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations, AFL-CIO, giving us the combined strength of over 14 million workers. There are 750,000 members of the IBEW in over 1,100 local unions. Over 75,000 of these members are women.

IBEW local unions are located in all 50 of the United States as well as in Canada and Panama.

International Office Headquarters are located in Washington, D.C. with field offices throughout the United States and Canada.

The International Built Environment Week (IBEW) - Asia Pacific’s most anticipated Built Environment event is back for its 4th edition as an in-person event from 5 – 9 Sept 2022. Themed “Accelerating Transformation, Growing Together”, IBEW 2022 brings together an unparalleled opportunity to get inspired and connect with the industry leaders and experts. Come and join us as we discuss the latest and future trends as well as the potential post-pandemic collaboration opportunities within the Built Environment Sector.

 You may still purchase your Conference Passes (for 7 and/or 8 September) during the event from 6 to 8 September at Level 4, Sands Expo and Convention Centre.

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International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
The International Office of the IBEW is located in
Basic facts
Location: Washington, D.C.
Type: 501(c)(5)
Top official: Lonnie R. Stephenson, President
Year founded: 1891
Website: Official website


The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) is a 501(c)(5) nonprofit labor union. One of the largest unions in the world, the IBEW is affiliated with the AFL-CIO and has its headquarters in Washington, D.C. The union bargains collectively for its members and lobbies on behalf of policies it believes will benefit workers.

Mission

According to its website:[1]

The objects of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers® are: To organize all workers in the entire electrical industry in the United States and Canada, including all those in public utilities and electrical manufacturing, into local unions; To promote reasonable methods of work; To cultivate feelings of friendship among those of our industry; To settle all disputes between employers and employees by arbitration (if possible); To assist each other in sickness or distress; To secure employment; To reduce the hours of daily labor; To secure adequate pay for our work; To seek a higher and higher standard of living; To seek security for the individual; And, by legal and proper means, to elevate the moral, intellectual, and social conditions of our members, their families, and dependents, in the interest of a higher standard of citizenship.[2]

History

The IBEW was established in 1891, when the American Federation of Labor, now a part of the AFL-CIO granted the union a charter with jurisdiction over electrical workers.[1]

Following political and technological changes in the 1980s, IBEW membership declined from its peak of 1,000,000 to around 750,000. In a 2005 publication, the IBEW counted 947 local union affiliates across the United States and Canada, which made them "one of the largest unions in the world."[1]

Work

The IBEW is a 501(c)(5) nonprofit labor union. The union engages in collective bargaining for the electrical workers who compose its membership. Its members come from a variety of fields such as: utilities, construction, telecommunications, broadcasting, manufacturing, railroads and government.It is affiliated with the AFL-CIO and the Canadian Labour Congress.[3][1][4]

With its political and legislative affairs department, the IBEW "maintains liaison with the legislative branch of the U.S. government and coordinates all efforts toward presenting the IBEW’s views and desires for the benefit of all the workers of the United States to Congress and regulatory agencies." Beyond lobbying efforts, the IBEW aims to educate and register voters. It also maintains a political fund, which reports to the Federal Election Commission and makes political contributions.[1]

The IBEW publishes a monthly magazine, the IBEW Journal, which is sent around North America and aims to keep members informed about things happening around the union and major developments in labor and government affairs.[1]

Lobbying

The IBEW is a registered lobbyist with the United States House of Representatives.[5]

Ballot measures

The following are a selection of ballot measures engaged by the union:

  • Opposed California Proposition 7, Standards for Renewable Resource Portfolios (2008)
  • Opposed California Proposition 45, Required Public Notice for Health Insurance Rate Changes Initiative (2014)

Leadership

The following are the leaders of the IBEW:[4][6][7]

  • Lonnie R. Stephenson, International President
  • Salvatore J. Chilia, International Secretary-Treasurer
  • William F. Daniels, International Vice President, First District
  • Michael P. Monahan, International Vice President, Second District
  • Donald C. Siegel, International Vice President, Third District
  • Kenneth W. Cooper, International Vice President, Fourth District
  • Joseph S. Davis, International Vice President, Fifth District
  • David Ruhmkorff, International Vice President, Sixth District
  • Steven M. Speer, International Vice President, Seventh District
  • Jerry Bellah, International Vice President, Eighth District
  • John J. O'Rourke, International Vice President, Ninth District
  • Brent E. Hall, International Vice President, Tenth District
  • Curtis E. Henke, International Vice President, Eleventh District
  • Robert W. Pierson, Chair

Finances

The following is a breakdown of the IBEW's revenue and expenses for 2010-2013:

Annual revenue and expenses for the IBEW, 2010-2013
Tax Year Total Revenue Total Expenses
2013[8] $151,756,983 $155,047,701
2012[8] $149,145,798 $159,265,562
2011[3] $137,150,978 $157,561,888
2010[3] $138,553,227 $142,596,395

Recent news

The link below is to the most recent stories in a Google news search for the terms IBEW International Brotherhood Electrical Workers. These results are automatically generated from Google. Ballotpedia does not curate or endorse these articles.

See also

  • 501(c)(5)
  • Nonprofit organization
  • AFL-CIO
  • IBEW
  • IBEW on Twitter
  • IBEW on Facebook
  • IBEW on YouTube

Footnotes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 IBEW, "History & Structure," accessed January 26, 2016
  2. Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 GuideStar, "International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers IRS Form 990 (2011)," accessed January 26, 2016
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 IBEW, "Who We Are," accessed January 26, 2016
  5. U.S. House of Representatives, Office of the Clerk, "Lobbying Disclosure," accessed January 26, 2016
  6. IBEW, "Who We Are, IEC," accessed January 26, 2016
  7. IBEW, "Who We Are, IVP," accessed January 26, 2016
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 GuideStar, "International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers IRS Form 990 (2013)," accessed January 26, 2016

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What does IBEW Local stand for?

The IBEW, or International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, is a non‐profit labor organization, as defined in the Labor‐Management Reporting and Disclosure Act.

How many IBEW locals are there in the United States?

Today the IBEW's 881 local unions represent over 750,000 members across the United States, Canada, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Is there IBEW in Florida?

IBEW Local 728. Representing 1500 plus members of the electrical trade in Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, Hendry, Glades, St. Lucie and Okeechobee counties. South Florida is a vibrant and growing community.

How long has the IBEW been around?

Founded around the turn of the 20th century in 1891 as a part of the AFL, The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) emerged out of simply horrid working conditions for electrical workers.