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BREAKING: Molson Coors Strike Ends as Teamsters Approve Contract
The Facts - Molson Coors Teamsters in Texas ratified a new three-year agreement after a three-month strike. The new contract provides wage increases, improved benefits, and restored retiree health care. During the strike, Teamsters initiated a nationwide boycott, pressuring the brewery giant to reach an agreement covering 420 workers at the Texas facility. Texas Molson […]
UAW Legal Worker Union Approves Contract, Ends 13-Week Strike
The Facts - 72% of union members at Mobilization for Justice voted to approve the contract offer, ending a three-month strike. The agreement includes significant raises, full-time positions for initially temporary workers, and enhanced disciplinary case procedures. The union preserved its health care plan, retained the right to veto management changes, and ensured no reductions […]
BMW-RDC 5-21-24 Bargaining Update - UAW
The Facts - A bargaining committee proposed demands for improvements, additional vacations, and union support. The company suggests exchanging three Floating Holidays for three Observed Holidays. The committee is still awaiting multiple responses and counterproposals. Union Bargaining Updates After an extensive session with the company, your bargaining committee introduced several new demands. The first demand […]
Teamsters Urge NY Legislature to Approve Innovative Antitrust Law
The Facts - The Teamsters Union supports the 21st Century Antitrust Act, aiming to control mega-corporations like Amazon. The Act would revise New York's old antitrust laws, prevent worker exploitation, and review corporate mergers based on their impact on workers. Teamsters accuse Amazon of abusing workers, driving down pay, compromising safety standards, and manipulating small […]
Kroger Workers Join Teamsters Local 337 in Landslide Win
The Facts - 289 drivers at the Romulus Kroger Fulfillment Center have voted to join Teamsters Local 337, being the first group of workers at a Kroger center to unionize. The workers aim for better working conditions, higher wages, better health and welfare benefits, a pension, and fair work rules through a Teamsters contract. The […]
Saunders: Celebrating EMS Week & Essential Workers' Vital Aid
The Facts - National EMS Week is recognized from May 19-25, 2024. EMS professionals risk their safety to provide necessary aid during disasters. Advocacy continues for safe staffing, better equipment, and a voice on the job for EMS professionals. AFSCME President Honors National EMS Week In recognition of National EMS Week occurring from May 19-25, […]
Hatch Act Guidance Boosts Executive Branch's Public Service Commitment
The Facts - AFSCME President Lee Saunders responded to the update in Hatch Act enforcement by the Office of the Special Counsel. He criticizes the previous lax enforcement that allowed White House staff to participate in partisan politics. Saunders welcomes the new guidance which aligns with AFSCME's belief in public service over political agenda. AFSCME […]
Saunders: Cultural Workers Stand Up on International Museum Day
The Facts - AFSCME President recognizes International Museum Day and applauds museum workers' contributions and labor organizing efforts. Colorado's first-ever museum union was formed at the Denver Art Museum and 40 union elections have been won nationwide, covering 4,400 workers. AFSCME’s Cultural Workers United has grown to 40,000 members in over 25 states, working towards […]
UAW President Shawn Fain's Statement on Mercedes Alabama Vote
The Facts - Workers at Mercedes made significant gains through union efforts such as wage increases and management changes. Mercedes is being investigated by federal and German governments for alleged worker intimidation and harassment. The United Auto Workers union will continue to fight against corporate greed and for workers' rights and fair treatment. Mercedes Workers' […]
5/17/24 BMW-RDC Update
The Facts - Negotiations for improved bathroom facilities including hygiene products were held this week. Management has started providing hygiene products to members following a successful UAW rally. Due to unity, this is anticipated to be the first of many changes at BMW. BMW UAW Negotiations Yield Improved Hygiene Facilities In the recent BMW union […]
