From the most membership net growth in seven years to a new law granting full retirement benefits to first responders and law enforcement officers injured on the job, 2022 has been nothing short of a great year for AFGE members.
This year, our activists continued to rise to the occasion, taking advantage of new opportunities under President Biden despite the pandemic and some hostile agency officials who’ve resisted Biden’s pro-collective bargaining directives. We fought hard on Capitol Hill, in court, and at the bargaining table. We organized like never before because we know the only way to have a real voice and power is through all of us standing together as one.
That’s why we should be proud of all our accomplishments big and small – they are testaments to our fighting spirit and teamwork.
Before we take a little break to spend time with family and friends during the holidays, let’s take a walk down memory lane and remind ourselves of the great work we did and what we’ve accomplished together this year.
Here are some highlights:
We are excited for 2023 and even more wins and membership growth!
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has officially walked back its plan to lay off more than 80,000 employees as part of the Elon Musk-led “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) initiative.
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In a significant decision impacting the federal workforce, the Supreme Court lifted lower-court injunctions, enabling the current administration to proceed with its controversial plans for mass layoffs and restructuring of federal agencies.
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In a late-breaking development, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has granted a temporary administrative stay of the preliminary injunction blocking enforcement of Executive Order 14251.
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