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AFSCME protects the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program from political meddling

The Trump administration is no longer able to politicize the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, thanks to AFSCME.  

The administration has abandoned its plan to appeal a judgment that AFSCME, local governments, and other organizations won in June protecting PSLF. 

AFSCME protects the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program from political meddling

August 2026 Newsletter

First, an open letter from AFSCME Local 517 President, Ben Henry:

An Open Letter From Ben

Hello everyone,

August 2026 Newsletter

Local 517 Contracts 2026-2028

Don't know what bargaining unit you are? Find your job title here!

Non-Exempt (Meaning, you ARE NOT exempt from overtime. AKA, you can technically get overtime.)

Local 517 Contracts 2026-2028

Workers at Minnesota’s largest public hospital win deal to protect patient care

Workers at Minnesota’s largest public hospital win deal to protect patient care

April Contract Negotiations Update: We have a Tentative Agreement!!

Please see our Contract Negotiations Updates page for details:

Contract Negotiations Updates | Local 517 Washington County

April Contract Negotiations Update: We have a Tentative Agreement!!