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AFGE has been steadfast in our push for immediate action to help protect our members and the public we serve. And, we've won some important victories.

In this week's newsletter we've included important updates and an overview of the actions we've taken in the last week to fight for the health and safety of government employees.

NVAC OP-ED IN USA TODAY

AFGE's National VA Council today published a op-ed in USA Today. The article urges the Department of Veterans Affairs not to repeat the same mistakes as it looks to reopen more facilities.

Click here to read the article.

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UPCOMING WEBINARS ON EEO LAWS AND WORKERS' COMPENSATION IN THE TIME OF COVID-19

The Women’s and Fair Practices Departments will be conducting a series of 2-hour informational sessions on how EEO laws, including the ADA and Rehabilitation Act, continue to apply during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the webinars will cover how these EEO laws do not interfere with or prevent employers from following the guidelines and suggestions made by the CDC or state/local public health authorities about steps employers should take regarding COVID-19. The next webinar in this series will take place TOMORROW, Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. EDT. Click the Register Now button to sign up and for additional dates and times.

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We're also continuing to host a webinar series related to workers' compensation. COVID-19: Federal Employees & Workers' Compensation is a 90-minute webinar led by AFGE Workers Compensation Specialist Joe Mansour. He will review how members can qualify and apply for workers’ comp if they become ill, and what locals can do to help ensure members’ safety.

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The next workers' compensation webinar is available on Friday, June 5, as well as Friday, June 12.

FACEBOOK LIVE TONIGHT WITH AFGE LEADERS AND STAFF

Tonight at 7 pm, we are hosting another special Facebook Live event to bring our members an important update from the General Counsel's Office and Policy Department regarding our efforts during this global pandemic. You can join us live on Facebook at 7:00 p.m. ET TONIGHT, June 3, 2020, on AFGE’s Facebook Page (or by clicking here).

You do not need a Facebook account to watch the video. However, if you plan to post a comment you will need an account.

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Sincerely,

Dr. Everett Kelley
AFGE National President

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