News | AFSCME Local 1716

Feb. 23, 2021

News

Council 4 Statement on Vaccine Rollout Changes

Council 4 Executive Director Jody Barr issued this statement in response to Gov. Lamont's Feb. 22 announcement regarding changes to the State's vaccine rollout plans.

Council 4 Statement on Vaccine Rollout Changes

Feb. 18, 2021

News

AFSCME’s free bachelor’s degree program is here to stay

There is good news for AFSCME members looking to pursue higher education. AFSCME Free College has made its bachelor’s degree completion program a permanent benefit.

AFSCME’s free bachelor’s degree program is here to stay

Feb. 16, 2021

News

Council 4 Members Reflect on Black History Month

Black History Month is a time to reflect on the contributions Black people have made to the strength and vitality of our nation.

Council 4 Members Reflect on Black History Month

Feb. 16, 2021

News

New leaders make new push to raise the federal minimum wage

Here’s a sure sign of new leadership in Washington. There’s a renewed push to increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour, an idea that went nowhere when the Trump administration and anti-worker members of Congress were in power.

New leaders make new push to raise the federal minimum wage

Feb. 08, 2021

News

AFSCME retiree Sue Conard calls on Congress to fund the front lines

The coronavirus pandemic won’t be controlled until states, cities, towns and schools – and particularly health departments – have the funding they need from the federal government, says AFSCME Retiree Sue Conard.

AFSCME retiree Sue Conard calls on Congress to fund the front lines