Local 562

AFSCME Local 562 represents nearly 400 hard-working state administrative-clerical employees in more than 30 state agencies, including DMV, DDS, DOL, DCF, DSS, DMHAS, WCSU, NVCC and NCC.

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University of Pennsylvania libraries staff win union election, extending wave of unionization

Philadelphia – Penn Libraries staff, unionizing as AFSCME DC 47 Local 590 Penn Libraries United, announced this

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Get back in action with Council 4 Fall Trainings

Council 4's Fall 2024 training schedule has arrived!

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Federal funding to help vulnerable Americans in danger of getting cut

Federal money for programs and services that help millions of vulnerable Americans and employ many AFSCME members could be in jeopardy next year.

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New legislation would be transformational for public service workers nationwide

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Tell Gov. Lamont to Ensure Safe & Successful Schools

Help us make a difference in 2021 by adding your name to our petition urging Gov. Ned Lamont to take action to protect our school communities during COVID-19.

National AFSCME News

Medicare and Medicaid have saved lives for 60 years. We’re fighting to keep it that way.
We celebrate the anniversaries of Medicare and Medicaid with mixed feelings because these programs are under threat. — Jul 29
Workers, pro-worker lawmakers show how big, ugly budget law will hurt Nevadans
There’s nothing beautiful about the new budget law. Nevadans will be hurt by it. Pretty much the only people to benefit are the ultra-rich, who will get huge tax breaks. — Jul 29
Anne Arundel County Public Library workers ratify first union contract in unanimous vote
Anne Arundel County, Maryland, public library workers ratified their first contract last week. — Jul 28
AFSCME supports Providing Child Care for Police Officers Act
We support a bill that would make it easier for public safety officers to find child care. — Jul 25
AFSCME Florida Retirees vow to hold Congresswoman Luna accountable
AFSCME retirees vow to hold Rep. Anna Paulina Luna of Florida 13th Congressional District accountable for her vote to approve the harmful budget bill. — Jul 25