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AFSCME’s Saunders: New 2024 Heat Standards Acknowledge Work Realities

AFSCME President Lee Saunders applauds new OSHA heat standards, saying they align worker protections with today's climate.

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Prevailing Wage
UAW Strikes Historic Deal at BMW Lehigh Valley Center

UAW members at BMW's Palmer Township, PA, center win a historic tentative agreement with record wage increases and end to two-tier wages.

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Prevailing Wage
Teamsters at Gardner Cryogenics Ratify First Contract

Teamsters Local 773 ends strike, securing substantial pay raises and benefits for Gardner Cryogenics workers in Bethlehem, PA.

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AFL-CIO Chief Blasts Court Ruling Weakening Federal Agencies

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler condemns SCOTUS ruling overturning Chevron precedent, calling it a power grab aiding corporate interests.

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AFL-CIO President: Second Trump Term a CEO's Dream, Worker’s Nightmare

"AFL-CIO President Shuler condemns Trump’s debate remarks, praising Biden for job creation and union support."

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Prevailing Wage
NABTU Praises Biden-Harris for Final Labor Standards Rule

"NABTU President, Sean McGarvey, praises Biden-Harris administration for commitment to construction industry's working families."

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AFL-CIO President Praises New Fair Wage Rules for Clean Energy Jobs

"AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler hails new Biden rule ensuring fair wages for workers on Inflation Reduction Act projects."

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Union News
California Teamsters Denounce CPUC's Decision to Expand Waymo

(SAN FRANCISCO) – The Teamsters Union condemns CPUC's approval of Waymo's AV expansion, citing public safety concerns.

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Prevailing Wage
First Contract Secured by UPS-CSI Teamsters in Michigan

"Teamsters Local 243 members at UPS Cartage Services Inc. ratified their first Teamster contract, including wage increases and benefits."

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Dobbs Decision Anniversary: Remarks from AFL-CIO President

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler discusses the impact of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization on working women's health rights.

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