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April Contract Negotiations Update: We have a Tentative Agreement!!
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Contract Offer Results: February 26th, 2026
AFSCME National Updates
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Two AFSCME Colorado members saved a bystander’s life after shooting
062226-NQ commerce City, CO
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Rising costs and public service cuts: The real cost of the 'Big Beautiful Bill' one year later
When it was passed last year, the White House described the “One, Big Beautiful Bill” Act (OBBBA) as a once-in-a-generation chance. Just one year later, it’s clear they meant that it was a one-in-a-generation chance to enrich billionaires.
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AFSCME members rally against largest layoffs in recent years at 2 universities
AFSCME Council 3 members rallied against proposed layoffs at two Maryland universities.
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New contract for AFSCME members who keep Illinois med school running
Members of AFSCME Local 370 who keep the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine running won higher wages and a first-ever paid parental leave program in their recent contract.
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