As law enforcement officers gather in Washington for National Law Enforcement Week, AFGE extends our gratitude and appreciation to everyone who puts on the uniform to fight for our safety and protection.
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After giving the wealthiest Americans and corporations massive tax cuts that they immediately used to enrich themselves, the Trump administration turned its attention to federal employees, not to give them a tax cut but to cut their pay and retirement.
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The Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (FEEA) Public Service 5K is Sunday, May 6. Are you free to volunteer or participate?
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The Family and Medical Leave Act has been in effect for a quarter century, but not everyone knows about it. That’s why we came up with some fast facts about the FMLA and what AFGE members are doing to expand the family leave program so that the government is more family friendly.
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Ever wonder how to respond to a colleague who tells you they don't have time to join the union? AFGE has created these word bubble graphics to be your guide and help prepare you for these moments.
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We all want to have a job that allows us to take care of ourselves and our families. Things like paid sick leave, affordable health care, paid vacation, retirement, 8-hour work day, and safe workplaces are important. But not many people know that all the things that we working people enjoy today are a result of union negotiations.
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We all want to have a job that allows us to take care of ourselves and our families. Things like paid sick leave, affordable health care, paid vacation, retirement, 8-hour work day, and safe workplaces are important to each of us as an individual and all of us as a society. Not many people, however, know that all the things that we working people enjoy today are a result of union negotiations.
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Federal employees are working around the clock to help our fellow Americans in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands recover from the damaging effects of Hurricanes Irma and Maria. But for many residents, the pace of the recovery efforts has been glacial.
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Union Plus recently awarded $150,000 in scholarships to 106 students representing 31 unions, including seven winners representing AFGE.
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The Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program was created to encourage students of all backgrounds to enter public service and make a difference without the fear of a lifetime of debt. But everything is about to change if the Trump administration gets its way.
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The Trump administration is pulling a reverse Robin Hood, stealing from veterans to funnel money to wealthy private hospital CEOs and special interests.
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2016 was a year of challenges and triumphs. Revisit photos of the moments that made 2016 memorable.
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As the Holiday Season kicks off with Thanksgiving, we’re reminded that budgets this time of year can feel thinner than bad gravy. Let AFGE’s wide range of exclusive members-only benefits help you create the gathering your family deserves.
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Open Season for the 2016 Federal Benefits year began on November 14 and runs through December 12. During this period, you can enroll in government health benefits plans, cancel enrollment, or change plans or options within plans.
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If you are an AFGE member who participates in certain Union Plus programs and have been affected by the recent flooding in North Carolina, you may be eligible for financial assistance through the Union Plus Disaster Relief Grant program.
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