Workers’ Rights
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New legislation would be transformational for public service workers nationwide
We applaud pro-worker members of Congress for reintroducing the bipartisan Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act. Read More
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Public service workers to benefit from Biden’s expansion of overtime protections
We applaud the Biden administration for expanding overtime protections. Read More
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Workers say Philadelphia Museum of Art is shortchanging longtime employees
The Philadelphia Museum of Art needs to provide longevity pay to veteran workers. Read More
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AFSCME members win historic agreement after long fight with California city
Historic contract is the result of members’ persistence and solidarity. Read More
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Maine members welcome new pro-labor law
Good news for workers in Maine. A new law would allow those who work for state government, the judicial branch and in higher education to form unions. And their employers must recognize the union if a majority of employees choose to form one. Read More
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Standing strong, fighting for worker freedoms in Louisiana
AFSCME members are fighting seven anti-worker bills filed in the Louisiana legislature. Read More
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Dr. King’s last campaign was an AFSCME campaign
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s final campaign was in support of striking AFSCME sanitation workers 56 years ago. Read More
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AFSCME’s Saunders celebrates the leadership and legacy of retiring UNITE HERE President D. Taylor
WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released this statement following the announcement by D. Taylor that he is stepping down as president of UNITE HERE: “D. Taylor is one of the proudest, toughest, most accomplished trade unionists I’ve ever had the privilege to know. “D’s visionary leadership has built UNITE HERE into a… Read More
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Nevada state employees win longevity pay by fighting through their AFSCME union
AFSCME Nevada members stand strong to secure longevity pay victory. Read More
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On a visit to Capitol Hill, AFSCME members from Hawaii push our union’s priorities
Hawaii members traveled to Washington for a study trip and visit their members of Congress to discuss concerns. Read More
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AFSCME supports Biden’s vision for America and will help him execute it
AFSCME endorses President Joe Biden’s vision for America’s future. Read More
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AFSCME members’ strong, united opposition derails anti-union bill in Utah
Multiunion solidarity defeated an anti-worker bill in Utah this year. Read More
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AFSCME members block state of Nevada from unilaterally changing their work schedules
Members of Local 4041 in Nevada celebrate a grievance win. Read More
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AFSCME’s Saunders applauds return to merit staffing in Employment Service programs
WASHINGTON — AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement responding to the U.S. Department of Labor’s final rule on Wagner-Peyser Employment Service staffing: “Qualified, nonpartisan public service workers are the lifeblood of strong communities, and recent history proves it. The COVID-19 pandemic, for example, triggered widespread unemployment, but dedicated public service professionals – many of whom… Read More
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Saunders: ‘Gallup poll confirms what we’ve known for a long time: Americans believe in the power of unions to strengthen our economy’
WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in response to Gallup’s annual poll on labor unions: “As we prepare to celebrate Labor Day weekend, this year’s Gallup poll confirms what we’ve known for a long time: Americans believe in the power of unions to strengthen our economy and improve the lives of… Read More
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AFSCME’s Saunders applauds proposed overtime rule, a well-deserved pay raise for millions
WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in response to the Labor Department’s announcement of a notice of proposed rulemaking on overtime protections: “Once again, the Biden-Harris administration is showing up for working people. The proposed overtime rule released today would give a pay raise to millions of workers who deserve a fair… Read More
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AFSCME’s Saunders: Help EMS workers help our communities by ensuring safe staffing
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in honor of National Emergency Medical Services Week, May 21-27, 2023: “When disaster strikes, EMS professionals are the first on the scene. Through fires, storms, car accidents, health emergencies and more, our communities depend on their bravery to get us through crisis – and they always deliver.… Read More
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AFSCME’s Saunders: Truly celebrating public service workers means staffing the front lines
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in honor of Public Service Recognition Week, May 7-13, 2023: “Public service isn’t just a job, it’s a calling. Public service workers, from sanitation workers and child care providers to corrections officers and nurses, don’t do this work to get rich. They do it because they are… Read More
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AFSCME’s Saunders: This National Nurses Week is a call to action to address severe staffing shortages
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement recognizing National Nurses Week, which is May 6-12, 2023: “Our health care system would be nothing without the nurses who care for us every single day. During times of crisis, they are our first line of defense, braving pandemics, responding to natural disasters or simply being a… Read More
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Saunders: The Senate must confirm Julie Su to continue progress for working people
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement after the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) voted to advance Julie Su’s confirmation as U.S. secretary of labor: “Julie Su is the best candidate for secretary of labor. Everywhere she goes, workers win. As a civil rights attorney for more than 17 years,… Read More
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AFSCME’s Saunders on National Library Week: Now more than ever, library workers must have a seat at the table
WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement recognizing National Library Week, which runs from April 23-29, 2023: “Whether they’re introducing us to our next favorite book or teaching new skills like how to code or start a business, library workers are the backbone of our communities. So much of the important work… Read More
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AFSCME’s Saunders: ‘Marty Walsh has made working people proud’
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement on Secretary Marty Walsh departing the Department of Labor: “Marty Walsh has made working people proud. As the first card-carrying union member to lead the Department of Labor in nearly five decades, his door was always open to us, and he ensured that we had a seat… Read More
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The Story of I AM: AFSCME to launch podcast series covering the legacy of the 1968 Memphis sanitation strike
The series will feature exclusive interviews with Memphis sanitation strikers, Martin Luther King III, the Rev. James Lawson, AFSCME President Lee Saunders, and more. WASHINGTON — This April, the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) will launch an exclusive podcast series exploring the history and legacy of the 1968 Memphis sanitation strike titled… Read More
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