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University of Pennsylvania libraries staff win union election, extending wave of unionization

Philadelphia – Penn Libraries staff, unionizing as AFSCME DC 47 Local 590 Penn Libraries United, announced this

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Get back in action with Council 4 Fall Trainings

Council 4's Fall 2024 training schedule has arrived!

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Federal funding to help vulnerable Americans in danger of getting cut

Federal money for programs and services that help millions of vulnerable Americans and employ many AFSCME members could be in jeopardy next year.

Support Pandemic Hazard Pay for Essential Workers

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, essential workers put their health and well-being on the line. Contact your legislators and Gov. Lamont and urge them to support pandemic hazard pay in the upcoming special session.

National AFSCME News

Duke University workers hold the line and win
Solidarity is key to Duke University workers getting a fair contract. — Aug 6
AFL-CIO’s bus tour stops in Des Moines, spotlights anti-worker lawmakers’ votes to gut public services
The AFL-CIO’s “It’s Better In a Union” bus tour stopped in Des Moines, Iowa, where AFSCME members called out anti-worker lawmakers. — Aug 4
Workers who provide legal help to needy Minnesotans themselves needed a union
They help low-income Minnesotans with legal issues. But they needed a union for themselves. — Aug 4
AFSCME members vow to hold WI Rep. Van Orden accountable for budget bill vote
AFSCME members in Wisconsin are holding U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden accountable for supporting the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” — Aug 1
It’s unanimous. New contract for Baltimore City school staff passes with all yes votes
The new contract for staff at Baltimore City public schools has unanimous support. — Jul 31