Steward School Survey

 

NOTICE

 

Changes To DOT Drug Testing Protocols

 

 

UA Scholarship Information

 

 

Effective January 1, 2018, the IRS will increase the standard mileage rate. Therefore, per the National Pipe Line Agreement, the travel pay rate will also increase to 54.5 cents per mile.

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/standard-mileage-rates-for-2018-up-from-rates-for-2017

 

 

2018 Rig Rental Rates

.13 Transportation Mainline Pipeline Construction Industry Optional Expense Substantiation Rules for Payments to Employees under Accountable Plans. For calendar year 2018, an eligible employer may pay certain welders and heavy equipment mechanics an amount of up to $18 per hour for rig-related expenses that are deemed substantiated under an accountable plan if paid in accordance with Rev. Proc. 2002–41, 2002–1 C.B. 1098. If the employer provides fuel or otherwise reimburses fuel expenses, up to $11 per hour is deemed substantiated if paid under Rev. Proc. 2002–41.

IRS bulletin No. 2017-45

 

 

Updates on future Pipeline Projects & Meetings

For all future updates on Pipeline Projects and Meetings please visit the  Action Network Website. Thanks

 

 

IN CASE YOU ARE INJURED ON OR OFF THE JOB:

 

 

Please call Michael E. Shelton, our attorney for these issues BEFORE giving any statements, signing any papers, or taking any other action that may affect your rights. The call and advice are free. Mike also carries a Journeyman's card with UA Local 100 and understands the issues you deal with when injured. His contact information is:

 

 

Mike Shelton

The Shelton Law Firm

2777 Allen Parkway, 14th Floor

Houston, TX 77019

Office phone: 713 807-0700

Office Fax: 713 400-4086

Email: mshelton@shelton.law.pro

Website: www.msheltonlaw.com