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OHSU Biomedical Researchers Urge Legislature To Demand Congress Fund Life-Saving Research

SALEM, OR - Biomedical researchers from OHSU testified in front of the House Committee on Rules on April 9th, advocating for

New Avenues For Youth Workers Settle First Contract

PORTLAND, OR - After over 16 months bargaining their first contract, New Avenues for Youth (NAFY) workers have reached a tentative agreement with management on a three year contract, averting a one

“The fear is constant and overwhelming.” Workplace risk is high and safety is low according to a new report

SALEM, OR – Understaffing, extreme overtime and lack of safety protocols are creating untenable situations in the workplace, based on member survey results released today by Oregon AFSCME in their

Bargaining Update #1

On February 7 your bargaining team met with the City for the first time.

We provided the City with a robust proposal that included wage and compensation language that reflects the value we all bring to this community. We have also requested several pieces of information to help us decide if additional proposals are necessary.

Unfortunately, while we discussed ground rules, we were not able to come to an agreement on them.

We have not agreed on when to meet again, but are exchanging times and dates for a minimum of four more bargaining sessions.

Oregon AFSCME Statement on Governor Kotek's Budget Proposal

"Governor Kotek's budget plan is a step in the right direction and begins to address the significant staffing shortages in the State. It invests in Oregon workers and makes recruitment and retention in some of our most struggling agencies a priority. Investments in those agencies hardest hit by staffing are important, and we must also continue to prioritize funding for behavioral health and housing, but we need to make sure we do more.

Oregon AFSCME Behavioral Health and Supportive Housing Worker Settle Strong Contracts With Central City Concern and Transition Projects

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Media Contact: David Kreisman, 971-271-7818, [email protected]

Oregon AFSCME Behavioral Health and Supportive Housing Worker Settle Strong Contracts With Central City Concern and Transition Projects

Oregon AFSCME Local 328 Settles Historic Contract With OHSU

Oregon AFSCME Local 328 Settles Historic Contract With OHSU

Contract Includes Massive Investments in Workers

Oregon AFSCME Local 328 and OHSU have settled a historic contract after more than seven months of bargaining and 93% of voting members authorizing a strike.

Highlights of the contract include:

Learn More: Student Loan Forgiveness and Relief Program

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Tuesday 10/18 12pm-1pm: Student Loan Forgiveness Clinic

Looking Back… and Forward

January 1, 1978. Jimmy Carter was President, the Bee Gees’ “How Deep Is Your Love” topped the charts, and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees gained 157 new members in Corvallis, Oregon. AFSCME membership would surpass one million that year.

The Gazette-Times reported on December 20, 1977 that contract negotiations would begin that January between the City and AFSCME.

All Good Northwest Unlawfully Fires Union Activist

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Media Contact: David Kreisman

2022 Legislative Scorecard