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    The Indispensability of the Labor Organizer
    05/05/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    May 5, 2025 | ORGANIZING | If democracy in the United States is to be preserved and extended, then we need to honor those whose efforts are indispensable to building the one institution that truly stands as a bulwark against economic powerlessness and political defeat: the labor union.
    Scholarship Deadlines Approaching
    05/05/25 - Teamsters Local 162
    Scholarship deadlines are fast approaching. Do not let your graduating high school seniors miss out on these amazing opportunities! Teamsters Local 162 Legacy of Leadership Scholarship Deadline Friday, May 16 Click here to find out more: https://www.teamsters162.com/?zone=/unionactive/view_article.
    Registration Reminders
    05/05/25 - Teamsters Local 162
    Teamsters Local 162 has multiple webinars for our members this upcoming week. Check the webinar checklist below to make sure you register for all events you wish to attend: Wednesday, May 7th 1:00 PM PT, Labor Community Service Agency is partnering with Local 162 for a Zoom workshop for Laid-Off UPS Members Link to register: https://us02web.zoom.
    The Indispensability of the Labor Organizer
    05/05/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    May 5, 2025 | ORGANIZING | If democracy in the United States is to be preserved and extended, then we need to honor those whose efforts are indispensable to building the one institution that truly stands as a bulwark against economic powerlessness and political defeat: the labor union.
    Dates Added: UPS Change of Ops Webinar
    05/05/25 - Teamsters Local 162
    Local 162 Officers will host webinars on Saturday, May 10th at 10:30 AM PT, and Saturday, May 17th,  at 10:00 AM PT, to provide important updates on the UPS Swan Island Change of Ops.  Registration is required and must be completed by the Friday prior to each webinar.
    PA Conference of Teamsters Meeting
    05/04/25 - Teamsters Local 776
    The annual meeting of the PA Conference of Teamsters was held on April 28, 29, and 30 in Hershey, PA. The PA Conference of Teamsters comprises Local....
    Week Ending 05/03/2025
    05/03/25 - Teamsters Local 355
      • Teamsters recognize Mental Health Awareness Month   • The American Prospect: A world beyond tariffs   • EPI: 100 days, 100 ways Trump has hurt workers   • UAW: UAW members strike at Lockheed Martin   • Teamsters: CVS Teamsters ratify strong contract   • The Nation: A new golden age for Labor.
    Week Ending 05/03/2025
    05/03/25 - Teamsters Local 992
      • Teamsters recognize Mental Health Awareness Month   • The American Prospect: A world beyond tariffs   • EPI: 100 days, 100 ways Trump has hurt workers   • UAW: UAW members strike at Lockheed Martin   • Teamsters: CVS Teamsters ratify strong contract   • The Nation: A new golden age for Labor.
    Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Union Ban
    05/02/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    May 2, 2025 | U.S. UNIONS | Unions are cheering a D.C. federal judge’s preliminary ruling overturning Republican President Donald Trump’s massive federal unionization ban, but the saga and the struggle—which could potentially affect every worker in the U.S.– isn’t over yet.
    AMFA-SCA Negotiations Update #21
    05/02/25 - AMFA
    May 2, 2025 -- The parties met in Chicago (April 22-24) for a three-day mediated bargaining session. The Mediator, at the conclusion of the prior session, directed the Company to be prepared with a full comprehensive proposal.
    “The time to act is now to save our pensions,”
    05/02/25 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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    Interim Election
    05/01/25 - Communications Workers of America Local 1107
    * * * * NOTICE * * * * Nomination FOR Interim-SECRETARY / TREASURER CWA Local 1107 MAY 1st, 2025 As provided in the CWA Local 1107 by-laws article XIV, “Nominations and Election of Local Officers and Shop Stewards”.
    May Day, May Day, May Day!
    05/01/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    May 1, 2025 | COMMENTARY | The term “Mayday” comes from the French phrase “m’aidez” or “venez m’aider”—meaning “help me” or “come help me.” It is a loanword adopted into English to serve as an international distress call.
    General Membership Meeting Raffle
    05/01/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
    Members, At last night’s General Membership meeting, a drawing was held for a $2,000 attendance prize.  The drawing included the name of every active member of the SLPOA, but you had to be present to win.  Member David McKay’s name was selected, but he was not present, so the $2,000 attendance prize will be carried over to next month's meeting.
    Union Day at American Family Field on Sunday, July 13th!
    05/01/25 - UFCW Local 1473
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    May Day, May Day, May Day!
    05/01/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    May 1, 2025 | COMMENTARY | The term “Mayday” comes from the French phrase “m’aidez” or “venez m’aider”—meaning “help me” or “come help me.” It is a loanword adopted into English to serve as an international distress call.
    Council 400 Takes Action
    04/30/25 - CSEA SEIU Local 2001
    Council 400 Retirees are taking action to protect Social Security and Medicare from the barrage of attacks. Click below to learn more about how you can get involved.
    Inside the VA’s War on Unions
    04/30/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    Apr. 30, 2025 | COLLECTIVE BARGAINING RIGHTS | When President Trump’s cabinet picks trooped up to Capitol Hill earlier this year for Senate confirmation hearings, hardly any boasted about their past union connections. But Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins did.
    Organizing Victory at Real Alloy
    04/30/25 - Teamsters Local 89
    Over 130 workers at Real Alloy in Morgantown, Kentucky have joined Teamsters Local 89 after a National Labor Relations Board election late last night confirmed that 70% of the workforce had voted to unionize. This is a historic victory, as it marks the first ever successful union organizing drive in Morgantown.
    2025 IUEC Local 31 Fishing Tournament
    04/30/25 - International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 31
    ?? IUEC Local 31 – 28th Annual Fishing Tournament ?? Join us for a day on the water at the 28th Annual IUEC Local 31 Fishing Tournament on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 6:00 AM at Topwater Grill in San Leon! See the attached documents for sponsorship details, registration forms, and the required liability waiver. All forms and additional information can also be found at iuec31.org.
    VERA QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS UPDATED 04-29-2025
    04/29/25 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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    NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
    04/29/25 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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    Dependent Scholarship Program and TAP
    04/29/25 - UAW Local 602
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    MSU Survey
    04/29/25 - UAW Local 602
    Please take 10-15 minutes to take this survey. MSU is asking for you input as an auto worker.
    WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY
    04/28/25 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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    Workers Memorial Day
    04/28/25 - IBEW Local 483
    Today, we mourn those who have lost their lives while on the job. We also send our condolences to all of the family and friends who have lost their loved ones. We must continue to fight for safer workplaces for all.
    Verizon Retirement Seminar Presented By Blue Ocean Group
    04/28/25 - Communications Workers of America Local 1120
    Blue Ocean Wealth Solutions is having a retirement seminar for Verizon members and retirees May 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. It will be held at Garvan's Gastropub 215 Huguenot St, New Paltz, NY 12561.
    AFL-CIO: Why Unions Observe Workers Memorial Day
    04/28/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    Apr. 28, 2025 | WORKING AMERICA | Nearly 55 years ago on April 28, Workers Memorial Day, the Occupational Safety and Health Act went into effect, promising every worker the right to a safe job—our fundamental right.
    2025 Safety Stand Down Video Link
    04/28/25 - IUEC Local 71
    Good morning Brothers and Sisters, Today is National Safety Stand Down Day.  Please take a few minutes to watch the safety video from General President Frank Christensen and take a minute to remember why we do this. It's about going home safe to our loved ones every day. Work safe Brothers and Sisters. https://youtu.
    AFL-CIO: Why Unions Observe Workers Memorial Day
    04/28/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    Apr. 28, 2025 | WORKING AMERICA | Nearly 55 years ago on April 28, Workers Memorial Day, the Occupational Safety and Health Act went into effect, promising every worker the right to a safe job—our fundamental right.
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    04/28/25 - UAW Local 602
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    Historic Contract Ratified at Caesars Southern Indiana
    04/27/25 - Teamsters Local 89
    STRIKE ENDS AT CAESARS SOUTHERN INDIANA WITH HISTORIC CONTRACT On Sunday, April 27th, 2025, members of Teamsters Local 89 and Operating Engineers Local 399 working at Caesars Southern Indiana ratified their new five-year contract by an overwhelming majority, bringing a thirteen-day strike to an end.
    Ratification Informational Meeting Notice - May 12, 2025
    04/25/25 - Association Employees Union
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    AEU General Membership Meeting Agenda
    04/24/25 - Association Employees Union
    Association Employees Union GENERAL MEETING NOTICE The Hyatt Place Sacramento International Airport 4850 Duckhorn Drive, Sacramento, CA 95834 Saturday May 3, 2025 10:30 A.M.
    Sign The Petition - Your Job Depends on It.
    04/24/25 - CWA Local 1103
    Brothers and Sisters, The BEAD program to deploy fiber broadband is facing major threats from the current Trump administration. Under current rules, the program gives preference to fiber.
    U.S. Labor Dept. to Lose 20% of Staff to Resignation Offers
    04/24/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    Apr. 24, 2025 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | Nearly one in five workers at the US Department of Labor opted to leave their jobs later this year as part of the Trump administration’s deferred resignation program, according to two DOL employees briefed on the matter.
    Reminder April General Meeting and Teamster Scholarship deadline
    04/24/25 - Teamsters Local 964
    Reminder April General Meeting and Teamster Scholarship deadline April General Meeting Sunday April 27, 2025 promptly at 10:00 A.
    36th Annual UA Charity Golf Classic
    04/24/25 - Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 44
    Networking opportunities don't get any better than this! Whether you bring a group of clients or colleagues to play in the tournament, host an activity on the course or simply take advantage of one of our sponsorship opportunities, the UA Local 44 tournament offers everyone a way to gain exposure and promote their business.
    U.S. Labor Dept. to Lose 20% of Staff to Resignation Offers
    04/24/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    Apr. 24, 2025 | WORKERS’ RIGHTS | Nearly one in five workers at the US Department of Labor opted to leave their jobs later this year as part of the Trump administration’s deferred resignation program, according to two DOL employees briefed on the matter.
    Welcome to AFSCME Local 1902
    04/24/25 - AFSCME Local 1902
    Welcome to AFSCME Local 1902 Where Generations of Workers Stand United For decades, California’s labor movement has been shaped by the strength, resilience, and unity of workers who dared to demand better—for themselves, their families, and their communities. AFSCME Local 1902 proudly carries that torch today.
    Unions Sue to Block DOGE from Accessing Workers’ Private Data
    04/23/25 - Teamsters Local 355
    Apr. 23, 2025 | LEGAL | A powerful coalition of labor unions and advocacy organizations has filed a preliminary injunction to halt the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, from accessing sensitive data within the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The motion, filed Friday in the U.S.
    Unions Sue to Block DOGE from Accessing Workers’ Private Data
    04/23/25 - Teamsters Local 992
    Apr. 23, 2025 | LEGAL | A powerful coalition of labor unions and advocacy organizations has filed a preliminary injunction to halt the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, from accessing sensitive data within the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The motion, filed Friday in the U.S.
    Administrative Professionals Day
    04/23/25 - IBEW Local 483
    Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Thank you to all of our Administrative members for all the hard work they do.
    NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
    04/23/25 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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    04/23/25 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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    NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
    04/23/25 - QUEENS AREA LOCAL 1022 AMERICAN POSTAL WORKERS UNION
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    SYSCO NM TEAMSTERS RATIFY CONTRACT
    04/22/25 - Teamsters Local 492
    SYSCO NM TEAMSTERS RATIFY CONTRACT 4/22/2025 - Sysco members have ratified a new contract with 85% voting yes. The four-year agreement covers warehouse and drivers. The new agreement includes the highest wage increase and pension contributions Sysco has ever given in New Mexico, including Southwest multi-craft health insurance.
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