Unfortunately, we are STILL focusing on FMLA for flight crews. Although we were able to get H.R. 2744 through the House of Representatives, we are now fighting to get this through the Senate. We have less than three weeks to do so. The Senate bill is S.2059. We need everyone to call DAILY. If we fail to get three more republicans to co-sponsor the bill, we will be forced to fight the fight again after the elections. We will then start again with the house.

I have been asked many questions about why we are forcing the issue and to be honest, the company does realize that we are full-time employees and there by offer their version, Personal Care Leave (PCL). The problem is, it is strictly contractual. We can; have; and will be denied the rights that your fellow airline employees enjoy under the law, which is based on the proverbial 40-hour week.  Mechanics, ticket agents, and baggage handlers are all covered by the law. Our company cannot bargain their leave because it is the law.

One more thing - anyone can make these daily calls. You do not have to be a crewmember. Family and friends can make the call as well.  Here is what to say and who to call.

"Hello.  My name is.. I am a resident and a voter in the state of....I would like Senator.... to co-sponsor S. 2059, The Flight Crew Technical Corrections Act to Family Medical leave."

Now here is who to call:

NC:
Richard Burr (202) 224-3154
Elizabeth Dole 202.224.6342

SC:
Lindsay Graham 202-224-5972
Jim DeMint  202-224-6121

TN:
Lamar Alexander 202-224-4944
Bob Corker (202) 224-3344

GA:
Saxby Chambliss (202) 224-3521
Johnny Isackson (202) 224-3643

FL:
Mel Martinez (202) 224-3041

OH:
George Voinovich (202) 224-3353