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Shipbuilders Rock the Boat!

We are the best shipbuilders in the world. We build nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers for the United States Navy in Newport News, Virginia. We represent 9,700 Steelworkers who are proud to celebrate Local 8888’s 40-year legacy of solidarity, struggle and success. We believe in fairness and fight for social justice.

Our motto is: Local 8888 Shipbuilders Rock the Boat!

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The 2020 Census is underway. So, check your mailbox now for information on how to participate in this important census count. When you fill out the census form, you help create jobs, provide housing, prepare for emergencies (like the coronavirus), and build schools, roads and health care facilities. Virginia receives $18 billion in federal funds based on census information.  Complete your census form online, by phone or by mail. For more information visit www.2020census.gov #8888counts  

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USW Local 8888 Ratifies 60-Month Contract with Huntington Ingalls Industries

Contact: Dwight Kirk, (202) 257-3966, dflat@mindspring.com...

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Ballot Count: Next Mon., March 7

The long ratification process wraps up next Monday, March 7, with the official counting of ballots cast for the new contract.Here's what to expect:...

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