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Designing and Maintaining 21st Century Electrical Systems Affiliated Jacksonville Electrical Contractors not only maintain electrical systems and wiring, we desgin them Our contractors are skilled trade’s people and are experts in the design, implementation, and installation of the electrical and energy management systems and are regarded by the industry as highly trained professionals. You can be assured of absolutely sound engineering... more ...	President Biden Special Message to the IBEW	Meet The Jacksonville Electricians A common, prevailing notion in the Florida construction industry is that it costs more to work with organized electricians or electrical contractors. Jacksonville's customers and business owners are increasingly recognizing this as a myth. Sure, you can always go the lowest dollar on anything in life. However, it is also always true that you get what you pay for. Going for the lowest... more ...
Wolfson Children's Hospital Customer: Baptist Medical Center Project: Wolfson Children's Hospital Project Type: Labor Agreement Number of Electricians Employed on This Project: 54 When Russell Harper,... more ...	Administration Delivers on the Infrastructure Promise Modernizing the electric grid. Decarbonizing transportation. Investing in the future. Good job opportunities for Americans. All are moving forward with the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the largest infrastructure law in generations – and with it jobs for IBEW members in nearly every branch. On Facebook... more ...	Build Back Better How President Biden’s actions benefit working families and IBEW members Modernizing the electric grid. Decarbonizing transportation. Investing in the future. Good job opportunities for Americans. All are moving forward with the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the largest infrastructure law in generations – and with it jobs for IBEW members in nearly every branch. Read the... more ...

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Gastelumendi: US Retreat on Climate Comes with Steep Costs

https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/new-atlanticist/americans-will-pay-the-price-for-trumps-withdrawal-from-the-paris-agreement/

Analysis of economic and environmental implications of U.S. climate policy changes, highlighting potential impacts on infrastructure development and energy sector jobs. | source: atlanticcouncil.org

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Local Joins Bipartisan Working Families Agenda

https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/01/23/lawmakers-offer-working-families-agenda-as-answer-to-nebraska-culture-war-bills/

Nebraska IBEW local partners with lawmakers to support legislation benefiting working families, focusing on wage protection, healthcare access, and job security measures. | source: nebraskaexaminer.com

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Members Install High-Speed Internet for Remote Populations

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/25Daily/2501/250121_Alaska_Members

IBEW members work to bridge the digital divide by installing critical high-speed internet infrastructure in remote Alaskan communities, improving connectivity and access to essential services. | source: ibew.org

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Member, Wife Put People Over Profit

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/25Daily/2501/251021_Member_Wife_Feed

IBEW member and spouse launch community initiative supporting local families in need, demonstrating union values through direct community service and support programs. | source: ibew.org

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Quote, Light at End of Tunnel Leads Apprentice to White House

https://www.ibew.org/media-center/Articles/25Daily/2501/250121_Cleveland

IBEW apprentice shares inspiring journey from training program to White House recognition, highlighting the success of union apprenticeship programs in creating career opportunities. | source: ibew.org

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Chinese Bot Shakes AI Industry

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0qw7z2v1pgo

New AI development raises questions about automation and workforce impacts, with potential implications for skilled labor and industrial applications. | source: bbc.com

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