Boeing Workers to Vote on New Contract Offer, Potentially Ending 7-Week Strike

Negotiations Reach Critical Juncture as Employees Face Decision

After 7 long weeks, Boeing workers are finally set to vote on a new contract offer that could potentially end their ongoing strike. The strike, which began on October 1, has been a major disruption to Boeing's operations, costing the company billions of dollars.

The new contract offer includes a 12% pay increase over 3 years, as well as improved benefits. However, it also includes some concessions from the union, such as a reduction in the number of paid sick days. The union has recommended that its members vote to approve the contract, but it is not clear if the workers will follow their recommendation. A majority vote in favor of the contract is needed to end the strike.

Boeing and the union have been negotiating for months, and both sides have made concessions in order to reach an agreement. The company has agreed to increase wages and improve benefits, while the union has agreed to some changes in work rules. Now, it is up to the workers to decide whether the new contract offer is acceptable.

The vote will take place on Tuesday, November 15th. If the contract is approved, the strike will end and the workers will return to work. However, if the contract is rejected, the strike will continue. The outcome of the vote is uncertain, but it is clear that both sides are eager to reach an agreement.