Paid Family Leave Is Long Overdue: In the States Roundup
It’s time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations.
California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:
Scabby the Rat made an appearance at Monday’s solidarity action outside Marathon Refinery in Concord with United Steelworkers Local 5, who are demanding safer working conditions.
Join us here for solidarity actions every Monday until the strike is settled! Picket line is set up… pic.twitter.com/kRkGroR9td
— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) May 12, 2026
Colorado AFL-CIO:
From online shopping to apartment applications to health care, AI systems play a role in decisions that shape our lives.
We need transparency from Big Tech on how these systems work, and real accountability when those systems are used to discriminate or harm people. #coleg #1u pic.twitter.com/bHRjzj1EPS
— Colorado AFL-CIO ✊ (@AFLCIOCO) May 5, 2026
Maine AFL-CIO:
Congratulations to SPACE workers in Portland on forming their union with @UAW2110! https://t.co/QfRBO3jz6U
— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) May 5, 2026
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:
Today is about appreciating the care, sacrifices and support mothers provide their families every day.
We thank you and we’ll keep fighting for all working mothers so they have paid leave, equitable care and good union jobs.
Happy Mother’s Day! pic.twitter.com/XDbmZ57qsO
— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) May 10, 2026
Michigan State AFL-CIO:
Sign our petition to keep our bosses out of the damn bathroom: https://t.co/iKk9Wc4dkh pic.twitter.com/mYJbZndpgI
— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) May 14, 2026
Minnesota AFL-CIO:
More than 9 out of 10 workers expressed support for policies on AI that labor unions may fight for, including 95% supporting a requirement that a human be the final decision maker on issues affecting individual workers & their employment. #BetterInAUnion https://t.co/Ckcw5vX4IL
— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) May 12, 2026
Missouri AFL-CIO:
Without accountability, telecom corporations will not prioritize community interests. That’s why the CWA is leading the charge to ensure reliable service for all and protect good, union jobs.
Sign this petition to call on the FCC to update its oversight: https://t.co/lYGtxPTjQp
— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) May 11, 2026
Nevada State AFL-CIO:
Congratulations to the @culinaryacademylv on their new expansion!
Over 65,000 students have graduated from CAL – cheers to the many more that will have the opportunity to advance their careers with this new expansion. pic.twitter.com/mar1vofpgc
— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) May 13, 2026
New York State AFL-CIO:
NYS AFL-CIO announces endorsement of Comptroller Tom DiNapoli and endorsements in Congressional, State Senate, and Assembly races with primary elections: https://t.co/e7Trimh8UY
— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) May 12, 2026
Oregon Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:
International workers’ day is more than a single day, and we’re calling on you to join us in committing to fight EVERY DAY for our rights. Showing up for international solidarity goes beyond rallies and festivals — it’s a lifelong commitment.
Sign on to PCUN’s Day Without An… pic.twitter.com/GNarQplugf
— Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) May 13, 2026
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:
Paid family leave for ALL workers is long overdue. @SEIUPA nurses are leading the charge — and we stand with them. ✊https://t.co/1DhyFuh7JI
— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) May 13, 2026
Texas AFL-CIO:
Our pro-worker endorsements in state races for the primary runoff: pic.twitter.com/Ury92EzlJF
— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) April 9, 2026
Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:
Congrats to all the paratransit workers now with @teamsters117! Solidarity! https://t.co/jUUBvVsHVr
— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) May 8, 2026
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:
Thank you, Letter Carriers! https://t.co/uozyLmRNrx
— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) May 11, 2026