‘If Not, Why Not?’ 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:
The @CaliforniaLabor issued endorsements for the 2026 primary election, including a quad endorsement in the #CAGov race: Tom Steyer, Eric Swalwell, Antonio Villaraigosa and Katie Porter. Here’s why ⬇️ (1/5)
— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) March 17, 2026
Connecticut AFL-CIO:
It’s 2026, and bus drivers in Connecticut still don’t have reliable access to a restroom.
Some drivers are forced to wear DIAPERS just to get through their shift. This is not just inconvenient — it’s inhumane.
Enough is enough. The Transportation Committee must pass HB 5236! pic.twitter.com/ZZ2C7lT0ij
— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) March 2, 2026
Florida AFL-CIO:
As the bell (partially) tolls on the 2026 Florida Legislative Session, so concludes 9 weeks of political egos, pivots, and actions unlike any other. How did the issues most important to working families shake out? Find out in your 2026 Sine Die Brief here https://t.co/d4f93sxM1l
— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) March 13, 2026
Illinois AFL-CIO:
It’s Election Day. What is your plan to vote?
➡️ Polls are open from 6am to 7pm
➡️ Not registered? That’s ok! Register at the polls.
➡️ Need to find your polling place? Click here: https://t.co/iRxKIoEPBwReady, Set, Vote. #ElectionDay #LaborVotes #1u pic.twitter.com/ZBvlkq8moz
— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) March 17, 2026
Maine AFL-CIO:
Maine State Employees have been working without a contract since July 25. Some are taking second jobs & applying for food assistance to make ends meets while the Governor campaigns. Time to bargain a fair contract with your dedicated state employees @JanetMillsforME pic.twitter.com/ta6gXSxlt5
— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) March 13, 2026
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:
Thank you to the union members and leaders, the unionized staff at the MGM Fenway, and the Dropkick Murphys for making our 3rd annual union night such a fantastic time! pic.twitter.com/1ZrPlMxLfW
— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) March 14, 2026
Michigan State AFL-CIO:
Impacted by AI at work? You’re not alone. Michigan’s labor movement is fighting to put guardrails on AI. We need your stories to make the case in Lansing.
Share your AI story: https://t.co/vGE1HFm0Sl pic.twitter.com/G2XJf0c4yP
— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) March 16, 2026
Minnesota AFL-CIO:
Happy #StPatricksDay from Minnesota’s Unions! #BetterInAUnion pic.twitter.com/F2obfkt0Wh
— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) March 17, 2026
Missouri AFL-CIO:
In Missouri, a photo ID is already required to vote, and only citizens are eligible to even register.
The federal “SAVE” Act is just a smokescreen to take voting rights AWAY from American citizens. https://t.co/Gss348APae
— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) March 13, 2026
Nevada State AFL-CIO:
Ensure the luck of the Irish is on your side this St. Patrick’s Day by making your celebration union-made! ☘️🇮🇪 pic.twitter.com/Cycs0UNP4g
— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) March 13, 2026
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:
Thank you to the bipartisan coalition of legislators who stood in #solidarity w/NH workers and against out-of-state corporate special interest groups to defeat HB 1704.
This anti-union model bill from @ALEC_states has no place in the Granite State.#NHPolitics #1u pic.twitter.com/7DrwDEsMXK
— New Hampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) March 13, 2026
New York State AFL-CIO:
Happy St. Paddy’s Day! pic.twitter.com/atP0QL3NFG
— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) March 17, 2026
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:
RELEASE: Labor Movement Drives Key Primary Wins Across North Carolina https://t.co/NlqQgVLxZS #1u #ncpol pic.twitter.com/E4I5ufnY0C
— NC State AFL-CIO (@ncstateaflcio.bsky.social) (@NCStateAFLCIO) March 4, 2026
Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:
The Oregon AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor, Congress of Industrial Organizations) has changed its name to the Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO. The organization represents over 300,000 working Oregonians and nearly 300 affiliated local unions.
— Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) March 16, 2026
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:
When women aren’t present in our unions, we must ask: “If not, why not?”
When women are discriminated against, our unions must call out poor practices.
When the treatment of women is not equitable, our unions must take action.
And our unions must do this each time, every time. pic.twitter.com/NdUyN8G6xw
— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) March 8, 2026
Texas AFL-CIO:
Last week, more than 30 organizers came together for the @AFLCIO’s Organizing Institute (OI) Training in Austin. Union organizers learned skills necessary to build a stronger labor movement!
Interested in joining a future OI Training? Sign up for info: https://t.co/zFlOGchxLD pic.twitter.com/IhOgHufaW8
— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) March 16, 2026
Vermont State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:
Please take a moment to sign and share this petition standing in solidarity with our brothers and sisters working on the frontlines of healthcare at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital – https://t.co/6zI5tMkakq
— Vermont AFL-CIO #UnionYes (@VT_AFLCIO) March 12, 2026
Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:
🚨URGENT: we need all hands on deck to get the Millionaires Tax over the finish line‼️ Send an email to your legislators and urge them to tax the rich to fund education, health care and child care. #waleghttps://t.co/p8wykmcm9a pic.twitter.com/Homm62uraI
— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) March 8, 2026