With You, It’s Better In A Union! 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.
Alaska AFL-CIO:
🎒 Back to school means backpacks, new shoes… and yes, more germs. 🤧
Here’s a reminder for Alaska parents: your paid sick leave covers caring for a sick kid, not just yourself.
So when that return-to-school illness inevitably hits, you’re covered! pic.twitter.com/wnqVzVKrpt
— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) August 24, 2026
California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:
Attempts to restrict mail-in voting is yet another voter suppression attempt by President Trump.
The president, who himself votes by mail, is trying to restrict our ability to do so because he knows voters are rejecting his agenda.
The California labor movement is committed to…
— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) August 24, 2026
Illinois AFL-CIO:
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen honored Illinois AFL-CIO Legislative Director Frances Orenic with a special award for her work in passing last year’s landmark transit law. Congratulations, Frances! pic.twitter.com/ep1wBBu1US
— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) August 23, 2026
Maine AFL-CIO:
Terrible idea! We should not be sending Maine union shipbuilding jobs overseas! This is bad for Maine workers and national security. https://t.co/UGbZdin4kp
— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) August 18, 2026
Michigan State AFL-CIO:
AI is already having major impacts on our jobs, education, and healthcare. How it does is up to us.
We must band together to make sure AI works for us and not against us. Tell your lawmakers to support guardrails on AI now: https://t.co/iKk9Wc4dkh pic.twitter.com/25cEFYbnml
— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) August 25, 2026
Minnesota AFL-CIO:
Can you believe the #MNStateFair starts on Thursday?! Be sure to stop by the Labor Pavilion at the corner of Dan Patch and Cooper for live music, giveaways, and more! #BetterInAUnion https://t.co/Ah7xU5nTw1
— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) August 24, 2026
Missouri AFL-CIO:
In 2024, Missouri voters approved raising the min. wage
In 2025, the legislature gutted the voter approved law.
Meanwhile: The average CEO pay at S&P 500 companies increased 21%, from $18.9 million in 2024 to $22.8 million in 2025. https://t.co/uZGIeaSBc9
— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) August 25, 2026
Montana State AFL-CIO:
Here’s a one-minute pitch from Sam Forstag about why he believes voters should support him. Watch the video to hear his message directly and learn more about his priorities.
Plus, a new episode of the Blue Collar New with Sam is live wherever you listen to podcasts! pic.twitter.com/hErOchWOT3
— Montana AFL-CIO (@MTaflcio) August 21, 2026
Nevada State AFL-CIO:
Today is our first super-walk of the 2026 Labor Votes election cycle! 🗳️
We’re so grateful to have union members volunteer their Saturday mornings to help elect our union-endorsed candidates 💪🏼
Thank you to @CiscoForNevada & @Nicole4Nevada for kicking off our first walk👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/XJIiZwr6Kz
— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) August 22, 2026
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:
With You, It’s Better In A Union!
We are excited for @CaptMarkKelly to join us as our Keynote Speaker at the 2026 @NHAFLCIO #LaborDay Breakfast! He will be joined by Special Guest Speaker @RoKhanna! Get your tickets before they sell out: https://t.co/8fA6YvkvXO#NHPolitics #1u pic.twitter.com/DRQrJBtjqs
— New Hampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) August 24, 2026
New Mexico Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:
We ask @SenatorLujan to keep volatile crypto out of our pensions and retirement accounts. We need a strong foundation to rely on. ✊✊✊ https://t.co/dDUCuIOI3a
— ✊ NMFL | You Are Not Alone | Hotline 988✊ (@NMFLaflcio) August 21, 2026
New York State AFL-CIO:
“It’s time to put shovels in the ground, create thousands of jobs and deliver infrastructure that makes energy more affordable for everyone.” https://t.co/WWos0CtuaN
— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) August 25, 2026
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:
The NC AFL-CIO is committed to holding all lawmakers (and potential presidential candidates) accountable for their record! Check out this recent San Francisco Chronicle article featuring remarks from President @BraxtonWinston ⬇️https://t.co/aDjXGKtJY2
— NC State AFL-CIO (@ncstateaflcio.bsky.social) (@NCStateAFLCIO) August 20, 2026
Oregon Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:
“We’re striking because hardworking people don’t deserve to be treated this way.”
Learn more about why IBEW 125 members are on strike at Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative in Eastern Oregon – and take action to help them win a fair contract. https://t.co/t6HOoAu0IJ pic.twitter.com/V2eM5MAdRX
— Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) August 24, 2026
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:
We’re stronger together. ✊https://t.co/f6cZC2og9o
— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) August 18, 2026
Texas AFL-CIO:
✊ TEXAS UNION WIN: Dancers at Ballet Austin just won their first union contract!
“We’re proud of the work that went into reaching this agreement and grateful for the opportunity to shape a stronger future for our company together.”
That’s the union difference! pic.twitter.com/prLVHLo0Vw
— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) August 21, 2026
Virginia AFL-CIO:
🎉RE-ELECTED! Congratulations to President Doris Crouse-Mays & Sec-Treasurer Jason Parker on their re-election to lead the VA AFL-CIO! Now, let’s get back to work building a stronger labor movement for VA! #1u #solidarity pic.twitter.com/bBFYj2xE2F
— Virginia AFL-CIO (@Virginia_AFLCIO) August 14, 2026
Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:
TWO MONTHS on strike and our @UniteHereLocal8 siblings aren’t taking their foot off the gas 🔥🔥 Washington’s labor movement stands with them as they fight for the contract they deserve. pic.twitter.com/g7NwkPgxdo
— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) August 21, 2026
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:
Unions ask Supreme Court to affirm judge who found Act 10 unconstitutional https://t.co/ISdY94IsOR
— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) August 19, 2026