Auto union may run some retiree benefits
Discussions show determination to restructure automotive industry
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NEW YORK - Detroit auto makers and the United Auto Workers are examining a plan that would shift to the union the responsibility for tens of billions of dollars in retiree health-care liabilities, The Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter.
The preliminary discussions highlight the determination of the UAW and the auto makers to find a way to restructure the auto industry without resorting to bankruptcy-court protection, the Journal said.
General Motors Corp. has hired advisers who worked on a similar deal between the United Steelworkers and Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. last month.
GM is looking at “a number of health-care options,” but declined to be more specific, the Journal quoted a spokeswoman as saying. GM officials could not be reached.
UAW officials also could not be reached for comment.
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