Have a Question About the Vaccine Mandate? We’ve Got You Covered!
October 18, 2021
AFGE has been proactive in our efforts to protect our members from the pandemic since the very beginning.
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Biden Launches New Program to Protect Workers from Extreme Heat
October 18, 2021
The Biden administration has launched a program to help prevent more deaths and injuries due to heat.
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AFGE Celebrates Augusta Thomas Day Oct. 14
October 12, 2021
As National Vice President for Women and Fair Practices, Ms. Augusta was instrumental in shaping the future and policies of our union.
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The Insider, Women's & Fair Practices
A VA Doctor Was Fired After Blowing the Whistle on Fraud. AFGE Took VA to Arbitration and Won.
October 12, 2021
AFGE helps whistleblower get reinstated after wrongful termination.
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VA, The Insider
September Broke Nearly All Organizing Records in 2021!
October 12, 2021
In September, 3,452 federal workers joined the AFGE family.
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FLRA Found Merit in AFGE Local’s ULP Charge Against EEOC
October 12, 2021
Congratulations to AFGE Local 3599 for their representational efforts.
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TSA Activists in Arizona Push Their Senators to Support Title 5 Rights
October 12, 2021
AFGE activists in Arizona are pushing their senators to support Title 5 workplace rights for Transportation Security Officers (TSOs).
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DoD Rejects Proposed Merger of Commissaries and Exchanges
October 04, 2021
The Department of Defense has backed off of plans to merge military commissaries with exchange stores.
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DoD, The Insider
AFGE Members and Their Families Win 21 FEEA Merit-Based Scholarships
October 04, 2021
Meet AFGE's finalists for FEEA's 2021 merit-based scholarship competition.
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Member Benefits, The Insider
AFGE Proudly Recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October 04, 2021
Our union continues its efforts to advocate for policies that support people with disabilities in the government workforce.
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The Insider, Women's & Fair Practices
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Here’s Why It’s a Labor Issue.
October 04, 2021
Domestic violence is a worker health and safety issue that impacts the well-being of not just our membership, but our workplaces.
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The Insider, Women's & Fair Practices
Shutdown Averted as Congress Passes Short-Term Funding Bill
September 30, 2021
It is CRITICAL that the Senate avoid another costly shutdown by funding the government through a continuing resolution. The Senate must act TODAY or our livelihoods will be in danger.
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TSA Officers Win MSPB Appeal Rights
September 27, 2021
As of Sept. 26, TSA officers will now have broad appeal rights under the MSPB.
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TSA, The Insider
‘Big win’ for Correctional Officers and Staff at USP Thomson
September 27, 2021
In a major victory for staff at US Penitentiary Thomson in northern Illinois, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management has approved a request to pay 25% retention pay to all officers and staff at the facility.
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BOP, The Insider
Women’s Empowerment Takes Center Stage at 2nd Annual Sister’s Keeper Summit
September 27, 2021
Participants engaged in workshops designed to empower them in all facets of their lives.
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The Insider, Women's & Fair Practices
