Taylor Rehmet, a member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 776, has been elected to represent Texas Senate District 9. Rehmet currently serves as President of IAM Local 776B and leads the Texas IAM Union State Council. He is also a U.S. Air Force veteran and has worked as a machinist and community organizer.
Brian Bryant, International President of the IAM Union, commented on Rehmet’s election: “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 work history includes negotiating on behalf of workers, advocating for safer workplaces, and supporting policies that benefit middle-class families in Texas.
Craig Martin, Southern Territory General Vice President of 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 plans to work with Senator-elect Rehmet on advancing pro-worker policies in Texas.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers represents about 600,000 active and retired members across various industries in North America.
