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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.

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New legislation would be transformational for public service workers nationwide

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AFSCME members support President Biden’s new student debt relief plans

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Security when it matters: Pay raises for unionized workers reached multi-decade high in 2023

The last few years have seen a rise in worker momentum, with unionized workers rais

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National AFSCME News

Monterey Bay Aquarium workers announce plans to unionize with AFSCME
Workers at Monterey Bay Aquarium in California are seeking to unionize their workplace through AFSCME Council 57. — Jan 17
In Ohio, Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical School workers go on strike
Workers at Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical School in Ohio who are members of AFSCME Local 686 are on strike for fair wages and respect. — Jan 17
As fires devastate Los Angeles, AFSCME members continue to serve
AFSCME members in Los Angeles have experienced unimaginable destruction, yet they continue to serve their communities, putting others first. — Jan 16
AFSCME members in Maryland fight for public employee safety bill in honor of fallen probation and parole agent
AFSCME Maryland members gathered for a candlelight vigil to honor a fallen probation and parole agent and call for improved workplace safety in the public sector. — Jan 16
AFSCME stands in solidarity with striking culinary workers
AFSCME members joined the Culinary Workers Union Local 226 strike line at the Virgin Hotel in Las Vegas as the hospitality workers seek a fair contract. — Jan 15