On December 19, 2024, the former International Secretary-Treasurer of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Kathy Stapp, pled guilty to conspiracy to assist the racketeering activity of former officers and employees. Ms. Stapp was not charged with the receipt of any funds improperly. Ms. Stapp resigned from the IBB on August 25, 2024, after she was indicted on multiple charges.
Under new leadership, the IBB is committed to ensure that these abuses never happen again. The IBB has implemented new procedures and safeguards to ensure that the misuse of IBB funds cannot happen again. “Our leadership is committed to repairing the damage from the past while positioning the union for the future,” International President Timothy Simmons said. “We will never allow the misdeeds of our former leaders to tarnish the hard work and dedication of our members.”
Dated: December 20, 2024
