Union News
AFL-CIO Honors Workers, Families on 9/11 Anniversary

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler reflects on the enduring impact of 9/11 and urges continued support for affected workers.

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Infrastructure Investment
Federal Grants Boost State Budgets to Record High

In fiscal 2022, 36.4% of state revenue came from federal funds, down from 36.7% in fiscal 2021, still high due to pandemic aid.

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Union News
AFL-CIO President: Election Is Harris vs. Trump's Betrayal of Workers

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler: "This election is between a principled fighter for opportunity, Kamala Harris, and Trump, a union buster."

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Prevailing Wage
Kaiser Management Outrages Workers with Unacceptable Bargaining Proposals

Kaiser management's refusal to address staffing and patient management issues has led to outrage among employees. Their latest proposal threatens professional time and offers inadequate wage increases. The union urges members to support the Strike Authorization Petition. Broader implications include potential disruptions in healthcare services and heightened labor tensions.

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Union News
NABTU Praises Biden-Harris for Good Jobs Executive Order

"Washington, D.C. – September 6, 2024 – NABTU President Sean McGarvey praised the Good Jobs Executive Order, emphasizing its importance for labor standards and worker protections."

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Prevailing Wage
AFL-CIO Cheers Biden-Harris Move for Strong Labor Standards

"AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler praises Biden–Harris executive order for promoting good union jobs and strong labor standards."

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Economic Growth
Biden Announces $7.3B Rural Energy Plan in Western Wisconsin Visit

Recap: Joe Biden visits western Wisconsin, makes $7.3 billion rural energy announcement. (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)

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Union News
AFT President and Survivor Respond to Apalachee High School Mass Shooting

A mass shooting at Apalachee High in Winder, Ga., has devastated the community. AFT President Weingarten and Abbey Clements call for stronger gun safety laws.

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Prevailing Wage
NY Auto Technicians Win Economic Justice - UAW

Today, September 4, 2024, Governor Hochul will sign a law ensuring Technicians at Dealerships earn equal pay for equal work in NY.

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Prevailing Wage
Tennessee Ultium Workers Join UAW in Majority Union Vote

A majority of workers at Ultium Cells in Tennessee have joined the UAW, marking a significant win for autoworkers in the South.

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