Labor Dispute Overview - The Union of Engine Engineers and the MTA (Long Island Railroad operator) are in negotiations since February of last year regarding wage increases [1] - A key sticking point is work rule alterations proposed by the MTA [2] Wage Increase Proposals - The MTA is offering a 95% pay increase [2] - The proposed 95% increase would be phased in over three years [3] - The union is seeking more than the 95% offered, citing inflation and no raises since 2022 [2][3]