State Employees

Mar. 18, 2026

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AFSCME puts AI on the legislative agenda

Council 31 has developed a bill in the General Assembly meant to ensure that AFSCME members’ work can’t be replaced by AI, and any AI-generated output is subject to strict human oversight and control.

AFSCME puts AI on the legislative agenda

AFSCME member holding sign that says "It's about freedom"

Mar. 12, 2026

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Public services and unions are under fire

The landscape is getting tougher for working. From cutting funding for crucial programs that help families make ends meet to the unilateral termination of union contracts, the challenges continue to grow.

Public services and unions are under fire

AFSCME members at the Capitol, rallying to fix Tier 2

Mar. 06, 2026

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Fix Tier 2 campaign goes on despite state's fiscal woes

After a lifetime of public service, AFSCME members who work for the state, local governments or universities deserve better than the inadequate benefits that Tier 2 pensions provide.

Fix Tier 2 campaign goes on despite state's fiscal woes

Feb. 19, 2026

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Executive Director Lynch's statement on proposed FY'27 state budget

“Illinois cities, counties, public universities and school districts must be adequately funded. Workers who care for people with developmental disabilities must be fairly paid. Inequitable public pension systems must be improved."

Executive Director Lynch's statement on proposed FY'27 state budget

Jan. 07, 2026

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Federal funding freeze threatens vital services and jobs

The Trump administration has announced plans to “freeze” nearly $10 billion in federal social services funding, targeting Illinois and four other states. Thus far, there has been no indication of when the freeze will go into effect or how long it will last.

Federal funding freeze threatens vital services and jobs