Taylor Rehmet, a member of IAM District 776 and an active labor advocate, has been elected to represent Texas Senate District 9. Rehmet holds leadership roles as President of IAM Local 776B and President of the Texas IAM Union State Council. He is also a U.S. Air Force veteran and machinist with experience in community organizing.
Brian Bryant, International President of the IAM Union, commented on the outcome: “Taylor’s victory is a win for working people. Taylor understands the challenges workers face because he’s lived them. He brings the voice of the shop floor to the State Capitol, and we know he will fight every day for fair wages, strong labor protections, and opportunity for all Texans. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have an IAM Union member in the Texas Senate.”
Rehmet’s background includes negotiating on behalf of workers, advocating for safer workplaces, and supporting policies that benefit middle-class families. His election is seen by union leaders as evidence of increased engagement by working people in state politics.
Craig Martin, Southern Territory General Vice President for the IAM Union, said: “This is a proud moment for the labor movement in Texas. Taylor’s election shows that union members can lead beyond the workplace and shape public policy that lifts working families.”
The IAM Union stated it intends to work closely with Senator-elect Rehmet on advancing policies favorable to workers’ interests.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers represents about 600,000 active and retired members across several industries in North America.
