IAM Volunteers Transform Hope Haven Grounds in Community Service Day
Members of IAM Local 1010, and IAM District 6 recently gathered for their second H.E.L.P.S. event of the year, lending their hands to support Hope Haven, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing vocational, residential, and community living services. Volunteers included members from IAM Local 1010, IAM District 6 Business Representatives, and IAM Grand Lodge Representatives,
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A message from UAW International President Shawn Fain
A message from UAW International President Shawn Fain
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The Social Security Fairness Act, H.R. 82, Passes the House of Representatives
November 13, 2024On the evening of November 12, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act, by an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of 327 – 75. This bill seeks to repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), which are parts of Social Security law that unfairly reduce, or sometimes eliminate, hard-earned Social Security benefits for Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) retirees
On the evening of November 12, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act, by an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of 327 – 75. This bill seeks to repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), which are parts of Social Security law that unfairly reduce, or sometimes eliminate, hard-earned Social Security benefits for Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) retirees.
To hear how the WEP and GPO have negatively impacted APWU members, please click on their names below:
● Thomas Brown
● Dave Bernstein
● Joyce Debnam
“In a polarized Congress and a time of political uncertainty for the country, House representatives set aside their differences and voted in favor of the people,” stated APWU President Mark Dimondstein. “We applaud the bipartisan leadership of Rep. Spanberger and Rep. Graves as we now shift our focus to the Senate.”
“Thank you to all of the APWU members and retirees for their tireless advocacy,” said APWU Legislative and Political Director Judy Beard. “Your dedication to fixing this injustice has been relentless throughout the many obstacles we have faced to enact this legislation over the years.”
Our fight now is in the Senate, where the Social Security Fairness Act (S. 597) has yet to be scheduled for a vote. Please call the APWU Legislative Hotline at 1-844-402-1001 to be connected to your senators and urge them to support S. 597, and encourage leadership to schedule a floor vote before the end of this Congress!
On the evening of November 12, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act, by an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of 327 – 75. This bill seeks to repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), which are parts of Social Security law that unfairly reduce, or sometimes eliminate, hard-earned Social Security benefits for Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) retirees0
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Workers at Sysco Seattle Join Teamsters
(TUKWILA, Wash.) – Workers at Sysco’s distribution center in Kent, Wash., have voted unanimously to join Teamsters Local 117. The group of 12 workers, who play a role in various aspects of the logistical operations at the facility, will join approximately 275 drivers and warehouse workers already represented by Local 117. “Organized worker power at […]
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Teamsters Secure $1.3 Million in Back Pay for UNFI Drivers
(OAKLAND, Calif.) – After a prolonged legal battle, UNFI drivers represented by Teamsters Local 853 in Oakland, Calif., have won a $1.3 million back pay award over UNFI’s failure to honor the drivers’ collective bargaining agreement. “Our members work hard for every dollar, and it’s our duty to hold employers accountable to the contracts we […]
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UNFI Drivers Vote to Join Teamsters
(YORK, Pa.) – More than 150 drivers at UNFI’s York Distribution Center have voted to join Teamsters Local 776, organizing for fair pay, improved health care, and better working conditions. “By joining the Teamsters, we now have a strong voice on the job and can move forward together to address the issues that matter most,” […]
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Winning a First Contract: In the States Roundup
Winning a First Contract: 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 on X (formerly Twitter).
Alaska AFL-CIO:Honoring the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of our veterans today and every day. Thank you for your service and the countless ways you’ve defended our freedom. #VeteransDay 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/lvOWEMafpW— Alaska AFL-CIO (@AKAFLCIO) November 11, 2024Arizona AFL-CIO:🎉 Historic Win for Arizona! The AZ AFL-CIO congratulates @reprubengallego to the US Senate! As a strong advocate for the PRO Act, Ruben has fought for: ✅Good-paying jobs ✅Access to healthcare ✅Lower costs for families pic.twitter.com/1BBj0CBfnX— Arizona AFL-CIO (@ArizonaAFLCIO) November 12, 2024California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:Check us out on that OTHER platform. 😏https://t.co/lNyFHb0rht— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) November 12, 2024Colorado AFL-CIO:Labor Exchange – Tune In Tonight (11/11) at 6 PM on KGNU 88.5FM/1390AM! 📻On today’s epiode of the Labor Exchange we talk the 2024 election with political strategist and community leader Alvina Vasquez. @AlvinaVasquez https://t.co/fcnyFU2qAf— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) November 11, 2024Connecticut AFL-CIO:Presidential administrations change, but the labor movement’s values do not. pic.twitter.com/EEOaOrttzW— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) November 7, 2024Florida AFL-CIO:🎉 https://t.co/efH7gdUTZf— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) November 6, 2024Illinois AFL-CIO:We can’t wait any longer. Equal pay for equal work. It’s time to #FixTierTwo. pic.twitter.com/mOLDTmhgaA— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) November 13, 2024Maine AFL-CIO:Congratulations to the Bangor Daily News staff on winning your first contract! https://t.co/rGlPx59rWS— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) November 12, 2024Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:Massachusetts AFL-CIO:Pres. Lynch addressed 100s of female middle and high school students at the MA Girls in Trades Conference @IBEW103, encouraging young women to pursue careers in union construction trades. Programs like GIT provide new generations with access to high-paying, high-skilled careers pic.twitter.com/S1SRHUvcV3— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) November 13, 2024Michigan State AFL-CIO:Minnesota AFL-CIO:Help spread the word! Local unions have scheduled a Red Cross blood drive at the Saint Paul Labor Center, from noon to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4. https://t.co/3AXeS6Ot6d #BetterInAUnion— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) November 12, 2024Mississippi AFL-CIO:Missouri AFL-CIO:Our thoughts are with Kevin’s family and friends. Heartbroken. https://t.co/mc6yMCqPy8— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) November 13, 2024Nevada State AFL-CIO:Today we honor and thank those who have served our country🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/rjhuoTetvt— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) November 11, 2024New York State AFL-CIO:Congrats, @LauraAGillen! pic.twitter.com/JaGzb68mLv— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) November 7, 2024North Carolina State AFL-CIO:Congrats to @Elaine4NC in her victory in the race for NC Secretary of State 🎉 Your trailblazing service for the people of our state continues! #countmein pic.twitter.com/Zb8TpIuoo6— NC State AFL-CIO // #CountMeIn (@NCStateAFLCIO) November 6, 2024Ohio AFL-CIO:This @ClevelandAFLCIO @IBEW Local 38 family at the #WhiteHouse with @POTUS to highlight how an @AFLCIO #union can change the lives of workers is awesome! https://t.co/5UTioqDI2o— Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) November 13, 2024Oregon AFL-CIO:It’s officially #SolidaritySeason: Starting tomorrow, 5 unions will be on strike at locations across Oregon. 💥@Oregon_AFSCME 💥@BCTGM💥@CGE6069💥@albany_teachers💥@TeamstersFind a picket line near you at https://t.co/bb7P96KEa4 #UnionStrong #OregonLabor pic.twitter.com/q8vl7A4OOH— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) November 12, 2024Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:To our brothers and sisters serving today and yesterday, we honor you every day. pic.twitter.com/etj3myjgvk— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) November 11, 2024Rhode Island AFL-CIO:Great story from @Kate_mwilkinson about how Offshore Wind is transforming our economy, and creating great paying union jobs.Inside Quonset: An ecosystem of companies working on RI’s newest offshore wind farm https://t.co/n2x5N5DbDP— Rhode Island AFL-CIO (@riaflcio) November 13, 2024Texas AFL-CIO:Solidarity with striking @ZeniMaxWorkers ✊Texas labor has your back! #1u https://t.co/PT2VSpVncO— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) November 13, 2024Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:Congratulations to @UniteHereLocal8 members at the Seattle airport Doubletree and Hilton on this major contract win!Strikes work 💯 https://t.co/uMjYJoY4bL— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) November 12, 2024Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:Students, Faculty Call on Marquette U to Recognize Union https://t.co/48YNy2y7W6— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) November 13, 2024
Kenneth Quinnell
Wed, 11/13/2024 – 16:10
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Canadian affiliates pause to pay respects on Remembrance Day
IAFF members across Canada paused to pay tribute to active military personnel, to veterans and to the nation’s fallen soldiers on Remembrance Day this year with firehall observances, visits to local cenotaphs and other acts of reflection.
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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: CVS Workers Ratify Powerful New Agreement
Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
Thousands of CVS pharmacists, clerks and technicians, represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), in California voted on Friday to ratify a new three-year contract with the pharmacy.The more than 7,000 workers won the new agreement after months of negotiations and an unfair labor practice strike in Los Angeles and Orange counties. Members across eight different locals are celebrating victories like annual wage increases through the life of the contract, more secure staffing levels and a more affordable health care plan.“After countless hours at the bargaining table and a strategic strike in seven Southern California pharmacies protesting the company’s illegal actions, the hard-working members of UFCW stood together for their families and each other and secured a strong contract,” the UFCW locals said in a joint statement. “This contract is a concrete and direct result of the tireless work of the member-led bargaining committee.”
Kenneth Quinnell
Wed, 11/13/2024 – 11:01