AFSCME Local 3713

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University of Pennsylvania libraries staff win union election, extending wave of unionization

Philadelphia – Penn Libraries staff, unionizing as AFSCME DC 47 Local 590 Penn Libraries United, announced this

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Get back in action with Council 4 Fall Trainings

Council 4's Fall 2024 training schedule has arrived!

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Federal funding to help vulnerable Americans in danger of getting cut

Federal money for programs and services that help millions of vulnerable Americans and employ many AFSCME members could be in jeopardy next year.

Support Pandemic Hazard Pay for Essential Workers

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, essential workers put their health and well-being on the line. Contact your legislators and Gov. Lamont and urge them to support pandemic hazard pay in the upcoming special session.

National AFSCME News

Judge rules in favor of AFSCME and blocks unlawful freeze of child care funding
Federal judge protects child care funding in a victory for AFSCME members. — Apr 1
Kansas state workers deserve more than just crumbs
A 1% pay increase is simply not enough, Kansas state workers say. — Apr 1
Twin Cities Habitat workers build power for their communities
Congrats to the workers at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity for forming a union through Minnesota Council 5. — Mar 31
Strong union message from President Saunders, AFSCME members resonates at No Kings events
AFSCME members joined No Kings events around the country Saturday. In Washington D.C., AFSCME President Lee Saunders urged thousands to support workers, unions and democracy. — Mar 30
Robust new contracts for Kaiser Health Care professionals boost patient safety
UNAC/UHCP health care professionals in California and Hawaii ratify new contracts after multiple strikes. — Mar 27

Senate’s Health Care Bill Just as Bad as the House Bill