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Coronavirus Relief Bill Provides Free Testing, Emergency Paid Leave

Find out how this legislation helps government workers. Also, check out this resource regarding the EEOC's guidance on the coronavirus.

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AFGE Locals to File OSHA Complaints Against VA for Telling Workers to Bring Their Own Hand Sanitizer

Learn more about how locals are fighting to protect VA workers.

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AFGE Calls FLRA’s New Union-Busting Rule Disgraceful

Find out more about the administration's latest attack on unions.

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A TSA Officer Likely Contracted Coronavirus. What Happened Next Dumbfounded Him

Lean more about this TSO's story and the agency's troubling response.

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5 Stories That Matter

Here are a few of the most important stories you need to know about this week.

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This Week in Labor History

March 25, 1911: The Triangle Shirtwaist Company fire in New York City killed 147 young workers, most of them Jewish and Italian immigrant women. The workers were locked in by their employer. The tragedy inspired new fire safety laws.

This Week's Member Benefit

Affected by the coronavirus outbreak? Check out AFGE Member Benefits and Covid-19.

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