AFSCME Virginia

Two years after overturning a 44-year-old Commonwealth law banning public sector collective bargaining, workers in Virginia are organizing in droves. Congratulations to labor and trades workers in Arlington County and the City of Alexandria for recently winning your union elections!

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AFSCME members from across the country are sharing their stories of progress over the last two years.

The last two years have been full of challenges.

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Philadelphia Museum of Art workers begin strike over unfair labor practices for better wages, benefits

Faced with the management’s refusal to remedy unfair labor practices and address workers’ major priorities during contract negotiations, AFSCME Local 397 (District Counc

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AFSCME partners to host webinars on public service loan forgiveness

AFSCME is committed to helping you get the student debt relief you deserve.

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Filling out a Paid Family Leave Document. Photo Credit: Andrey Popov/ Getty Image

30 years of the Family and Medical Leave Act: much to celebrate, much more to do

In January 1993, Joann Mapp shared a powerful message on a conference call with newly elected President Bill Clinton.

National AFSCME News

NYC dispatcher wins Never Quit Service Award after stopping shooter in subway
A Local 1549 911 dispatcher saved lives through her quick actions as a man opened fire in the NYC subway. — Feb 3
30 years of the Family and Medical Leave Act: much to celebrate, much more to do
The Family and Medical Leave Act is turning 30 years old. But our country still lacks a national paid leave policy. — Feb 3
Growing membership key to securing record raises for Nebraska state employees
Securing raises of 10%-27% for Nebraska’s state workers was made possible by NAPE’s membership growth. — Feb 1
Beef up — don’t bludgeon — the IRS
The new House leadership wants to cut much-needed funding for the IRS. Why? — Jan 31
Legislation would give Walters Art Museum employees collective bargaining rights
Legislation filed in the Maryland legislature would allow Walters Art Museum workers to form a union. — Jan 27