IBEW Local 500 - Politically Energized

04/20/2026

“The IBEW has been a part of the electrical construction industry since its very beginnings. But we are not just this industry’s past. We are its future.” Pres. Kenny Cooper, 2026 Construction & Maintenance Conference

01/24/2026

A major winter storm could impact over half the nation. Huge thanks to our linemen ready to work through ice and freezing temperatures to keep the lights on and homes warm. 👷‍♂️⚡❄️

10/31/2025

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03/15/2025

TSAFF Members: Firefighter Day at the Texas State Capitol has been reset for Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Here’s the updated schedule of events:
• 3/17, 3 p.m. - Member update at TSAFF office.
• 3/17, 5 p.m. - Reception at TSAFF office.
• 3/18, 9 a.m. - Members meet at the south steps of the capitol for a group photo and morning update.
• 3/18 - Following legislator / staff meetings, TSAFF will host an evening reception on the rooftop patio of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association Building.

03/04/2025

02/17/2025

12/26/2024

12/17/2024

Looking for a last-minute holiday gift for a labor activist? Check out Labor’s Bookstore here:

Welcome to Labor's Bookstore, where you will be able to purchase copies of labor-related books that you may not be able to find elsewhere.

12/08/2024

For many the holiday season brings joy. But for others in our IBEW family, it brings stress and sadness. Don't deal with it alone. There are many resources, ask for help. And take care of yourself.

11/27/2024

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11/20/2024

The 2024-25 Texas AFL-CIO Scholarship Program is under way, offering one-time $1,500 grants to high school seniors from affiliated union families.

For students who meet the qualifications, postmark deadline for applying is Friday, Jan. 31st.

Early next year, the application period for other pieces of the program — continuing scholarships and a scholarship for a union member returning to school — will begin with a later deadline.

For more information on the high school program and an application, go here:

2025 TEXAS AFL-CIO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMWHO MAY APPLY: Members or children of members of local unions or children whose legal guardians are members of local unions that are affiliated with the Texas AFL-CIO and the local Central Labor Council. Applicants must be high school seniors who are planning to...