Attention Travelers: Don’t Lose Credit for Contributions

Two years ago when the IU issued new uniform reciprocal agreements they had one goal in mind, namely, to make sure that members traveling for work receive credit for the pension and health and welfare contributions they earn when working outside of their home Local. Since then BAC funds from British Columbia to Florida have signed the reciprocal agreements. Today, BAC is closer than ever to its goal of full benefit reciprocity for all members.

Where Do I Sign?

In order for traveling members to benefit from these agreements, they must complete an Employee Reciprocal Agreement Authorization and Release Form. Completion of this form activates the agreement for the member, and gives the Local benefit funds where he or she is working the authority to transfer health and welfare, and pension contributions back to the member’s home Local funds.

Don’t miss out on benefits that you’ve earned. If you are traveling for work make sure that you complete the authorization form and submit it to the appropriate person in the Local where you’re working. Authorization forms are available from the Locals, or from the Reciprocal Clearinghouse:

Mail: BAC Reciprocal Clearinghouse
Attention: David Stupar
1776 Eye Street, N.W.,
Suite 709
Washington, D.C. 20006
Call: 888-880-8222
(ask for David Stupar)
Website: www.ipfihf.org