[HIGHLIGHTS] Baltimore Port Workers Face Uncertain Future After Bridge Collapse

Baltimore Port Workers Face Uncertain Future After Bridge Collapse. While the search for the bodies of four Latino workers continues, concern is increasing about the fate of the normal operation of the port.

The state of Maryland estimates that the important port generates about 15,300 direct jobs, and that 140,000 jobs are linked to it. Local branches of the ILA will hold an emergency meeting next Monday to discuss the way forward. The proposed Regional Trade and Opportunity Act – includes assistance for workers who do not qualify for regular payments.