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AFSCME efforts protect worker rights in criminal justice reform bill

Jan. 14, 2021

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Jan. 14, 2021

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AFSCME efforts protect worker rights in criminal justice reform bill

Early drafts of criminal justice reform legislation threatened employee bargaining rights and legal protections, but member phone calls and staff lobbying efforts blocked the most harmful provisions.

AFSCME efforts protect worker rights in criminal justice reform bill

Closing prisons isn't the answer to state finances

Jan. 05, 2021

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Jan. 05, 2021

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Closing prisons isn't the answer to state finances

A budget shortfall of this magnitude can’t be fixed by cutting employee wages and hiring freezes, or by closing prisons.

Closing prisons isn't the answer to state finances

Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea calls for action on stimulus

Oct. 14, 2020

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Oct. 14, 2020

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Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea calls for action on stimulus

"This should not be a partisan issue. The coronavirus is devastating all communities governed by officials from both parties. And federal aid is designed to save jobs and public services everywhere."

Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea calls for action on stimulus

Trump blocks aid to state, local governments

Oct. 08, 2020

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Oct. 08, 2020

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Trump blocks aid to state, local governments

President Trump said on Tuesday, October 6 that he would halt all negotiations for a coronavirus relief bill with Congress until after the election.

Trump blocks aid to state, local governments

Laid off education employees can apply for unemployment

Jun. 11, 2020

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Jun. 11, 2020

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Laid off education employees can apply for unemployment

If you are a non-instructional employee in a school district, university or other educational setting, act quickly to receive unemployment benefits this summer.

Laid off education employees can apply for unemployment