Oregon Gets Historic Federal Funding for High-Speed Internet
Oregon's broadband proposal secures nearly $700 million to expand high-speed internet access, focusing on rural areas.
AFL-CIO Leaders Speak on Juneteenth
The AFL-CIO reaffirms its commitment to racial justice, highlighting wage and housing disparities, and champions collective bargaining for equity.
Amazon Labor Union Approves Teamsters Affiliation
Amazon Labor Union members voted 98.3% to affiliate with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, forming ALU-IBT Local 1.
Saunders: Let Juneteenth, our 2nd Independence Day, Inspire Action
Juneteenth is a moment to celebrate the end of slavery and reflect on the ongoing fight for equality, especially for Black workers.
AFL-CIO Chief Hails Biden-Harris's Pro-Immigrant Moves as Worker Win
The Facts - AFL-CIO lauds Biden's expansion of rights and opportunities for immigrant workers. The action is expected to reduce exploitation and make jobs safer for all workers. AFL-CIO will continue to urge for further protections for immigrant workers and workplace fairness. AFL-CIO Commends Biden-Harris Administration's Immigration Action AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler publicly supports the […]
Ultium Members Ratify EV Industry-Standard Contract - UAW
**The Facts:**
UAW Local 1112 members at Ultium Cells ratified a historic contract with 98% approval, including a 30% raise and $3,000 bonus.
Gov. Pritzker reveals historic infrastructure funding
Governor J.B. Pritzker announces the $41 billion "Rebuild Illinois" plan, with $360 million for upgrades to the Stevenson Expressway.
Saunders: Public Service Worker Protection Act Backs Career Helpers
AFSCME President Lee Saunders supports the Public Service Worker Protection Act to extend OSHA coverage to public service workers and urges Congress to pass it.
Maryland Archeologists Join International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Goodwin and Associates' archeologists joined Teamsters Local 992 for fair pay and work-life balance, the second group to unionize in two months.
G7 Co-Chair Statement on Global Infrastructure Partnership Event
At the 2024 G7 Summit, Italy and the U.S. discussed the Mattei Plan for Africa and pledged billions in private infrastructure investment.
