AFSCME Local 1716

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State Unions: "Yes" to Win-Win, "No" To More Sacrifice

Recent news reports indicate that the recently passed state budget included $450 million i

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Worker Victories Mark 2019 Legislative Session

The General Assembly adjourned its regular 2019 legislative session June 5, providing Council 4 and the labor movement with an opportunity to reflect on significant accomplishments:

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Nevada State Employees Gain Collective Bargaining Rights

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak has signed into law a historic bill granting 20,000 state workers the right to collectively bargain.

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Union Momentum Grows: 20,000 Nevada State Employees to Gain Collective Bargaining Rights

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Public service workers across the country lauded the passage of Nevada Senate Bill 135, which expands collective bargaining rights to over 20,000 Nevada state employees – the la

National AFSCME News

Celebrating Tim Hughes of WFSE
Union activist, storyteller, a family man. Those are apt words to describe Tim Hughes, a leading conservative voice within AFSCME Council 28 in Washington state. — Jun 19
AFSCME Supports New Universal Child Care Legislation
Too many families struggle to afford high-quality child care. However, thanks to a new bill introduced by Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Deb Haaland, that might change. — Jun 18
Post-Tornado Recovery Work in Ohio Underscores AFSCME Never Quit Spirit
The tornadoes left more than 70,000 without power and water, and destroyed more than 500 buildings – including the homes of more than 50 AFSCME members. — Jun 18
Fight for Collective Bargaining Had Able Foot Soldiers – State Workers Themselves
Local 4041 members who played such an important role in winning collective bargaining rights will continue to lead the way to ensuring state employees have the needed resources to improve state services for the people of Nevada. — Jun 17
NQSA Winner Marie Cetti and K-9 Uno: A Level of Companionship Like No Other
Marie Cetti is a winner of AFSCME’s Never Quit Service Award. For her and K-9 Uno, going above and beyond the call of duty is almost a part of the job description. — Jun 14

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