Wilsbach Distributors employees have voted to ratify a new labor agreement, reaching a settlement just before the Union’s deadline to strike.

The agreement comes after negotiations focused on protecting workers' interests while securing terms that support long-term stability and continued success at Wilsbach Distributors.

Throughout the bargaining process, members remained united, engaged, and prepared to take action if necessary. That solidarity played an important role in bringing the parties to an agreement in the final hours.

Some highlights of the five-year agreement include:

17% wage increase over the life of the agreement.

The insurance cost per pay period will decrease by 50%. Additionally, the insurance package now includes a cap on out-of-pocket expenses.

The length of service required to qualify for additional weeks of vacation was reduced, and a 6th week of vacation was added for Members with 30 or more years of service.

In a vote held on July 1, 2026, the contract was ratified by approximately 80% of the Members.

President Dearth thanked the membership for their patience, support, and participation during negotiations and recognized the bargaining committee for its time and dedication in representing the Membership’s priorities.

With the agreement ratified, members will continue serving customers without interruption as they move forward under a new contract that reflects the value of their work and contributions.

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Please see below for important information from the IBT concerning the ongoing Yellow Corp bankruptcy proceedings:

Teamsters Local 776 is proud to announce that two children of Local 776 Members have been selected as recipients of the 2026-2027 Teamsters Scholarship Fund Awards.

Congratulations to both recipients as they prepare to continue their education. Full details from the IBT can be found below:

After just 24 days as Local 776 President, Spencer Dearth is already building political relationships. On June 24th, Spencer met with Sara Agerton, who is running for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in the 88^th district. The incumbent is not running for re-election, electing to retire at the end of the current term, making this an important election, as it is an open seat.

Sara is currently serving on the Mechanicsburg Borough Council and requested the meeting to discuss the issues affecting Union members. The  topics they discussed included the following:

Defending collective bargaining rights: ensuring Pennsylvania remains free from becoming a Right to Work state.

Protecting good union wages against inflation and the rising cost of living.

Warehouse Worker Protection Act: Supporting warehouse and logistics workers, such as those at Amazon and Walmart, who face increased productivity quotas and unsafe working conditions.

Faster Labor Contract Act: Bill awaits action in the U.S. Senate.

Senate Bill 1204: Addressing heat protection and severe-weather exposure for outdoor workers, our UPS drivers would receive relief under this bill, in addition to previously negotiated contract language.

A major concern voiced by Spencer was the issuing of CDLs ( commercial driver's licenses) to undocumented, uneducated drivers, which puts the public at risk.

Job security during automation and emerging new technology: ensuring responsible implementation of artificial intelligence in the workplace.

Keeping manufacturing and distribution jobs in Pennsylvania and investing in transportation infrastructure to support Teamster industries.

Supporting political engagement on issues affecting working families.

After meeting and discussing these issues important to working men and women, Spencer and Sara stopped by the Local 776 archive center to view the Teamster memorabilia collection that defines the Teamsters' rich heritage as leaders in the fight for workers' rights.

Spencer explains Teamster history to Sara as they browse the Teamster memorabilia collection.