Kattie Deathrage

President, UAW Local 2250

(Current Position)

President, UAW Local 2250

• Per Article 40 of the UAW Constitution;
  It shall be the duty of the President to preside at all meetings of the Local Union, sign all orders on the treasury authorized by the Local Union, countersign all checks issued by the Financial Secretary against accounts of the Local Union when ordered by the Union, enforce the provisions of the Constitution and appoint committees not otherwise provided for. They shall be a member ex officio of all committees.

• Leadership
  Preside over all Local Union and Executive Board meetings, maintaining order. Provide overall leadership and vision for the local's activities and programs. Enforce the UAW Constitution and Local By-laws. Appoint Committee Chairpersons and Co-Chairpersons.

• Representation & Advocacy:
  Represent the local before community groups, media, political affiliates and officials. Liaise with the International Union and other bodies.

• Political Responsibilities:
  Leading efforts to elect candidates endorsed by the UAW, ensuring politicians support labor and workers' rights. Promoting and supporting laws and policies beneficial to union members and working families, engaging with local, state, and federal government. Educating members on political issues, encouraging voter participation, and organizing grassroots efforts for political action. Holding elected officials responsible for their promises and actions towards labor. Overseeing political and legislative committees, ensuring the local is actively involved in the union's broader political agenda.Representing the local's political voice to other unions, community groups, and the public, consistent with UAW's values.

• Member Engagement:
  Ensure effective communication with members. Promote member participation and involvement. Educational opportunities. Oversee programs for new members.