Teamsters Local Union 916

Below please find the media statement from the Illinois AFL-CIO.

Teamsters local 916 fully supports this action.

MEDIA STATEMENT

June 17, 2026

CONTACT: [email protected]

Illinois AFL-CIO Statement on Deferred Endorsements For 2026 General Election

Springfield, IL -- Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea released the following statement:

"Over the past year, Illinois AFL-CIO affiliates and union members from across Illinois consistently voiced frustrations about the lack of progress around our core legislative priorities. This past state legislative session was especially concerning, as Springfield not only failed to advance key priorities, but the process by which legislation was considered fell short of what working people deserve. These concerns span the full breadth of our movement, with public sector, private sector, manufacturing, and building trades all expressing dissatisfaction.

“The Illinois AFL-CIO remains committed to electing and working with pro-labor politicians. Our endorsement carries the validation of the largest statewide labor affiliate in Illinois and activates thousands of working people for grassroots campaigning. Now more than ever, we must be thoughtful about supporting candidates who do not just talk about labor priorities, but deliver real wins for working people.

“Given the widespread frustration with both the pace and process around our legislative priorities, made clear during today's Committee on Political Engagement (COPE) meeting, the Illinois AFL-CIO Executive Board has deferred endorsing any candidate in the 2026 General Election at this time.

“Illinois has long been a pro-worker state, and we appreciate the lawmakers who fought hard this session on behalf of workers. We have an obligation to make decisions that best serve our members in 2026 and into the future. We will continue to evaluate candidates and may reassess in the months ahead."

We want to wish Teamsters Local 916 President, JP Fyans, a Happy Birthday! We hope you have a great day and we thank you for all you do for Teamsters 916!

The May General Membership Meeting will be held in person at the Local 916 Hall on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 6:00pm.
Members will also be able to attend virtually via Zoom Webinar.
Only full members of Teamsters Local 916 may participate.
After registering to attend via Zoom, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
You must register by 4:00PM on Thursday, May 21, to attend virtually.
Click the link to register to attend via Zoom: https://teamster-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hUfT1dlvRZuIFs7O85t0ag?fbclid=IwY2xjawRz_vRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGekhGUEdId3B0YlEwQzdrc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHs-W8-cZYnfJSEHUcqliU27tsKHTSb7-bUYV8JvEijQ2a6u-T49bRearlYGH_aem_YW4Rgp2IihCLCy9TOaEsGg #/registration

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The May General Membership Meeting will be held in person at the Local 916 Hall on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 6:00pm.

Members will also be able to attend virtually via Zoom Webinar.
Only full members of Teamsters Local 916 may participate.

After registering to attend via Zoom, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

You must register by 4:00PM on Thursday, May 21, to attend virtually.

Click the link to register to attend via Zoom: https://teamster-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hUfT1dlvRZuIFs7O85t0ag

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Reminder for tonight’s General Membership Meeting!

Show your team spirit and wear your favorite baseball team attire!

We’ll also have plenty of ballpark-style food—nachos, hamburgers, hot dogs, brats, and of course our popcorn machine will be popping all night!

We look forward to seeing everyone there for a great meeting and a fun evening together.

The April General Membership Meeting will be held in person at the Local 916 Hall on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 6:00pm.

Members will also be able to attend virtually via Zoom Webinar.
Only full members of Teamsters Local 916 may participate.

After registering to attend via Zoom, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Dinner & beverages will be served to members attending the meeting in person.
You must register by 4:00PM on Thursday, April 16, 2026, to attend virtually. https://teamster-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gWhf4ZenTvuR95STs9TghA

Teamsters Local 916 President JP Fyans and Trustee Justin Shaffer had the opportunity to meet with Lieutenant Governor candidate Christian Mitchell to discuss key issues facing our members.

We appreciated the chance to have an open and productive conversation about the priorities of working families.

It’s critical that the voices of Teamsters are heard, and we will continue to advocate for policies that support our members across Illinois.