Local 562

AFSCME Local 562 represents nearly 400 hard-working state administrative-clerical employees in more than 30 state agencies, including DMV, DDS, DOL, DCF, DSS, DMHAS, WCSU, NVCC and NCC.

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Court Case Threatens Health Care for Millions

Today, the latest attempt by the Trump administration to repeal the Affordable Care Act will

On the Record: Freedom to Negotiate

AFSCME is on a Roll

AFSCME is on a roll. We are notching victories coast to coast – at the bargaining table, in the organizing trenches and in state capitals.

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Independence Mental Health Institute in Independence, Iowa

Following Attack, AFSCME Iowa Nurse Speaks Out for Safe Workplaces

Following

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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

National AFSCME News

2020 Public Service Forum is Largest Candidate Event in AFSCME History
With at least 18 participants, the 2020 Public Service Forum will be the largest presidential candidate forum in AFSCME history. — Jul 16
AFSCME Supports Domestic Worker Bill of Rights Bill
The legislation would ensure “that rights aren’t just on paper, but that they can be enforced and implemented” legally and in ways to decrease retaliation. — Jul 16
AFSCME President Lee Saunders Welcomes Acosta Resignation
While the resignation of Labor Secretary Alex Acosta comes as welcome news to workers, it highlights the Trump administration’s consistent theme of chaos over quality. — Jul 15
Paying it Forward in Parma
Never Quit Award Winner Annie Hoffman brings a laugh and a smile to her students’ and co-workers’ faces. — Jul 15
School Bus Privatization Blocked in Maryland’s Second-Largest District
The members of Local 2250 organized and wrote hundreds of letters to school board members urging them to cancel the vote. — Jul 11

Fighting For Connecticut State Clerical Workers Rights And Freedoms