Saunders Lauds EPA Rule Curbing 'Forever Chemicals' in Tap Water
The Facts - AFSCME President, Lee Saunders, commends a new EPA rule limiting PFAS chemicals in drinking water. The new rule will ensure safer drinking water, reducing health risks to families. The rule is part of the new bipartisan infrastructure law, promising stronger communities. AFSCME President Lauds New EPA Rule on PFAS Chemicals in Drinking […]
California's Offshore Wind Drives $6.1B in Grid Projects
The Facts - California’s power grid operator will release a procurement schedule in May for two grid expansion projects totaling $4.1 billion to connect floating offshore wind energy. The plan developed by CAISO, is a major component of $6.1 billion of infrastructure investment in 26 transmission projects providing an added 85 GW of generating capacity […]
Beshear Vetoes Driverless Vehicle Bill, Backed by Teamsters
The Facts - Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear vetoes driverless vehicle bill, HB7. Teamsters argue bill could end middle-class jobs and compromise road safety. Polls suggest Kentucky voters largely oppose autonomous vehicles. Teamsters Battle Against Autonomous Vehicle Bills Impacting Jobs and Public Safety Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, with backing from the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, vetoed […]
NYC Union Legal Workers' Strike Hits 20-Year Record - UAW
The Facts - The Mobilization for Justice union members are fighting for a fair contract to maintain the quality of free legal services by addressing staff attrition rate. In 2003, staffers struck for nine weeks due to a proposed contract that would eliminate spousal/partner health coverage. The union states that MFJ Management has delayed resolution […]
Blue Dot Network boosts infrastructure in emerging markets
The Facts - The Blue Dot Network was established by six countries to certify infrastructure projects that meet quality and sustainability standards. The initiative aims to attract private sector investment into emerging markets to bridge the global infrastructure investment gap. Founding members Australia, Japan and the U.S were joined by the UK, Spain, Switzerland, and […]
Shapiro Admin Gives $20M for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The Facts - PennDOT announced $20 million in funding for electric vehicle infrastructure from the NEVI initiative. The funding will be used for 29 projects across 19 counties to fill gaps in the Alternative Fuel Corridors. This investment is part of PennDOT's $171.5 million commitment over five years under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. PennDOT Announces […]
Saunders: New Organization Precedes National Library Workers Day
The Facts - Lee Saunders, AFSCME President, highlighted the pressures library workers face. AFSCME members at the Daniel Boone Library system won a contract with significant benefits. Worker momentum in libraries is growing, backed by community support. AFSCME President Recognizes National Library Workers Day Lee Saunders, President of AFSCME, acknowledged National Library Workers Day occurring […]
AFSCME's Saunders: Care Workers Mobilize during Recognition Month
The Facts - AFSCME President Lee Saunders applauds care workers and stresses their importance and struggle for fair wages and safer working conditions. The Biden administration recognized care workers, investing $60 billion in the care economy through the American Rescue Plan. President Biden is hailed as a champion for care workers, supporting their fight for […]
Sysco Louisville Teamsters Ratify First Contract
The Facts - More than 100 warehouse workers at Sysco Louisville have ratified a first Teamsters contract, securing improved safety standards, better working conditions, more paid time off, and substantial wage increases. Warehouse workers had been in negotiations for a first contract since they voted to join the Teamsters in September, and in early March, […]
$39M allocated for South Grand Island Bridges rehabilitation
The Facts - $39 million has been secured to rehabilitate the South Grand Island Bridges. Repairs will make the bridges more resistant to seismic activity and provide better connectivity. An additional $1.6 million has been secured for emergency response planning in several counties. South Grand Island Bridges Rehabilitation Receives $39 Million Funding In a significant […]
