Contract Negotiation Starts Soon!
ACE-AFSCME Local 2250 is busy preparing for the next round of contract negotiations. Keep an eye on this space for updates and information.Did you know that in the last collective bargaining agreement, the Union made the following gains:Union Wide-GainsAcross the board...
Overlooked by management during the pandemic, Red Cross workers fight for a fair contract
They collect, protect and deliver our nation’s blood supply, yet the almost 3,000 American Red Cross workers are not being paid what they deserve, lack the staff to do their jobs effectively, face cuts to their health care and, over the course of the pandemic, have ofte...
American Red Cross workers, including AFSCME members, rally for fair contract
American Red Cross (ARC) workers, including many AFSCME members, are rallying this week in cities nationwide to fight back against mistreatment from their employer and demand a fair contract. The protests are being held in Washington; Lansing, Michigan; Peoria, Illinois...
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 raising their voices to demand higher pay, safer working conditions and more.
Nevada COs First to File for Recognition Since Collective Bargaining Law
LAS VEGAS – Corrections workers have become the first group of state workers to ask to be recognized as AFSCME in contract negotiations since Nevada adopted a law in June giving state employees the right to collectively bargain.The corrections unit filed for recognition...
Philadelphia Museum of Art workers begin strike over unfair labor practices for better wages, benefits
Faced with the management’s refusal to remedy unfair labor practices and address workers’ major priorities during contract negotiations, AFSCME Local 397 (District Council 47) – the Philadelphia Museum of Art Union (PMAU) – began a museum-wide strike Monday.
Year in review: 2021 was a banner year for Cultural Workers United
Walker Worker Union (AFSCME Council 5)
Ten things to love about your union on Valentine's Day
Here are 10 things to love about your union on Valentine's Day — and every day of the year:
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 fall the results of their August election conducted by the National Labor Relations Board.
Local 2250 FAQs
When do I have to report to work this school year and what is my last day of work? 10-month members who work 190 contract days can find out, “What two days do have off this school year?”Go to the PGCPS website, www.pgcps.org and in the search box type M-3-24 (or M-3-2...
AFSCME President Addresses Coronavirus, Calls for Member Safety
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) emerges in the United States, many AFSCME members are and will continue to be on the front lines caring for and transporting those afflicted with the virus. Workers in emergency services, health care, child care, educational institutions an...
AFSCME Members Rally to Protect LGBTQ Rights
AFSCME members stood on the steps of the Supreme Court this morning to support the LGBTQ community as the court heard three cases centered on the question of whether it is legal to fire someone for being gay or transgender.
AFSCME to Trump: Federal Workers Deserve Respect
AFSCME President Lee Saunders lashed out at the Trump administration after President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders to make it easier to fire federal workers and weaken their unions.
AFSCME Praises Supreme Court Ruling Protecting LGBTQ Workers
AFSCME praised today’s ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that extends protections under Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act to millions of LGBTQ workers.In a statement, AFSCME President Lee Saunders said such protections are long overdue and represent an important ste...
Another reason to involve yourself in the GA Senate runoffs – funding for front-line heroes
Here’s a crucial reason for working people to do all they can to help Jon Ossoff and the Rev. Raphael Warnock win the Georgia Senate runoff elections in January – federal aid to states, cities, towns and schools.If Ossoff and Warnock prevail, there will be a pro-worker...
AFSCME Celebrates Law Enforcement Week
Members of AFSCME’s law enforcement community take countless risks to keep our communities safe. When those brave heroes make the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, our obligation is to never forget them.National Police Week is a time to honor fallen law enforcemen...
Union membership numbers show momentum remains strong despite staffing shortages
Despite the growing wave of worker organizing across the country, the union membership rate last year ticked down slightly, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today, underscoring the importance of initiatives like AFSCME’s Staff the Front Lines to fill j...
In first days as president, Biden shows bold leadership
In his first days on the job, President Joe Biden has taken swift executive action to protect and empower public service workers, strengthen public services and help working people. On his first day alone, he signed 17 executive orders, memorandums and proclamations tha...
AFSCME Members Voice Support for Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act
AFSCME members sat down with congressional lawmakers last week to share stories about how the Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act would improve communities and empower workers.
This Workers Memorial Day, We Honor Those Who Died at Work, Including From COVID-19
Roxie Nelson remembers her father, Ed Nelson, as a caring and passionate man who often put the needs of others before his own.“When I was around him his phone was always busy, and he would take calls from people all the time,” she recalls. “He was always working to help...
Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act Introduced
The Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act was introduced today in the House of Representatives by Rep. Matt Cartwright (D-Pa.). The bill, which currently has 144 cosponsors, would set a minimum nationwide standard of collective bargaining rights that states must provi...
Child care providers were there for us. Congress must act to support them
Ana María Santiago (Photo credit: UDWA)
