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AFGE, VA Reach Historic Settlement, Resetting Contract Negotiations Learn more about this historic moment for VA workers. Read More ? Paid Leave for Military Families, Those with Severe Illnesses Passes House Panel Despite Objection from Republican Lawmakers Find out more about the latest developments regarding paid leave. Read More ? How One AFGE Local Is Using New Technology to Grow Their Union, Make Contact with Members, Potential Members Find out more about how AFGE locals are using new technologies to organize and mobilize. Read More ? AFGE Member Keena Smith Appointed to State Redistricting Commission Learn more about AFGE Local 2192 President Keena Smith's newest position. Read More ? 5 Stories That Matter Here are a few of the most important stories you need to know about this week. Click here to stay in the know ? This Week in Labor History July 29, 1970: United Farm Workers forced grape growers to sign a contract after a five-year strike. This Week's Member Benefit Moving? Now you can make that do-it-yourself move cost even less with a discount at one of the nation's largest truck rental facilities. AFGE members can save 20% when renting a Budget truck or van with the new Union Plus Budget Truck Rental discount. Click here for details Post of the Week Follow Us on Facebook ? For the latest AFGE news and information, follow us on: