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Make sure your July 4 celebration is #UnionMade |
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As many of us get ready to enjoy the Fourth of July holiday with family and friends, make sure your holiday food and drinks are made by companies that treat their workers with dignity and respect. Let’s all celebrate good jobs that help strengthen the middle class as we party our way to a stronger America! |
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Recent News |
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The Brookings Institution and Brookings United Staff Union Reach Landmark Three-Year Agreement |
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Yesterday the Brookings Institution and its staff union, Brookings United, which is affiliated with NPEU-IFPTE Local 70, announced the ratification of a landmark three-year collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Building on an initial one-year agreement reached in May 2023, this comprehensive CBA underscores and reinforces ongoing efforts to ensure that all Brookings employees are valued, engaged, and supported. Read more » |
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Biden speaks at Emergency Operations Center in DC to introduce new rule protecting 36 million workers from extreme heat |
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On Tuesday, Mayor Muriel Bowser welcomed President Joe Biden to DC's Emergency Operations Center where he introduced a new rule to address excessive heat in the workplace. Leaders across the labor movement are applauding Biden's proposal. "If finalized, this new rule would address some of the most basic needs for workers’ health and safety: water, shade, rest breaks, training and acclimatization for working in hot environments." Read more » |
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Anne Arundel Library Workers United files for formal recognition with AFSCME Council 3 |
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Congratulations to members of Anne Arundel Library Workers United who successfully filed for recognition of their union with AFSCME Council 3 on Monday. The union represents nearly 400 librarians, library associates, circulation staff, building care technicians, and others employees of the Anne Arundel County Public Library. Read more » |
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Last call for Labor Night at the Nationals! |
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LAST CALL! Labor Night at the Nationals is coming up this Friday and more than 2,000 union members will be at the park that night to cheer on the Nationals and show some union price. Be part of the tradition! Get your tickets to this year's Labor Night at the Nationals before Friday: |
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Have a safe and happy Fourth of July! |
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