2024 Sister's Keeper Summit and Training
April 26, 2024
Register now for the 2024 Sister's Keeper Summit in San Diego from May 31–June 2, 2024.
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As the November election draws near, we want to make sure you know your Hatch Act rights.
First of all, what is the Hatch Act? The Hatch Act is a federal law that limits what you can do while at work, wearing a government uniform, using government equipment, or in a government vehicle.
As a federal employee, you are allowed to express your political views when you are not on duty -- unless you fall into a very narrow band of more highly regulated employees. AFGE has very few of those in our bargaining units. If you are uncertain, go to the Office of Special Counsel website and click on Further Restricted Employees.
The first thing you can do, however, is make sure that AFGE has your personal, home email address and phone number. Visit this page to update your information.
Here are safe activities when off duty, off site, not in uniform, not using government equipment or systems:
Safe activities while at work:
For additional information or questions about political fundraising, visit the OSC website.
Register now for the 2024 Sister's Keeper Summit in San Diego from May 31–June 2, 2024.
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A recent AFGE town hall in Hawaii was a huge success as locals, staff, and members of Congress joined forces to make the federal government a better place to work.
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The Federal-Postal Coalition, which includes AFGE, is asking the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to increase uniform allowance for federal workers.
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