International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace & Agricultural Implement Workers v. Textron Lycoming Reciprocating Engine Division

MEMORANDUM

McCLURE, District Judge.

BACKGROUND:

Plaintiff International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of American and its Local Union No. 787 (hereafter collectively, the union) bring this action under section 301 of the Labor Management Relations Act of 1947, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 185. This action was filed against Textron Lycoming Reciprocating Engine Division and Avco Corporation (hereafter Textron) on March 15, 1996.

The union is challenging a proposed change in the health care plan available to Textron retirees. Coverage is currently provided by…