Protect Yourself During ICE Raids
Remember, all people in the U.S., regardless of immigration status, have rights under the U.S. Constitution and other laws. Make sure you know your rights if you are approached by police or ICE. Review the information below to help you understand what your rights are.
MOT Bargaining Update – Jan 22
On January 16, 2026, SEIU Local 1000 met with the State in our ongoing effort to address the important issue of Mandatory Overtime for nurses in state service. The State once again refused to provide our team with a counterproposal. The State further refused...
State Fund JLMC Virtual Meeting – Jan 21
Dear State Fund employees, Did you know State Fund has a quarterly meeting where your Union (SEIU 1000) meets with State Fund management to discuss ongoing issues about work process, morale and workload? That is right! SEIU 1000 has had an ongoing Joint Labor...
Meet & Confer: EDD RESEA Duties – Second Meeting
On Friday, January 9, our Union held a second meeting with EDD regarding their intent to shift duties for many EPR’s working in the Workforce Services Branch offices to focus on 100% on RESEA funded duties. Our initial meeting was held on December 19....
Steward Training
Training and Education Local 1000's training and leadership initiatives aim to empower stewards to effectively represent members, advocate for their rights, and build a strong union by equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate workplace issues...
A Message from SEIU Local 1000 President
Dear State Workers, Our union is made up of state workers, for state workers. Every benefit we have, every protection we rely on, and every improvement we’ve won exists because members came together and demanded better. That’s why every voice matters. When members...
The 2026 Contract Fight Starts Now
In 2025, state workers were tested. We faced budget pressure, attacks on collective bargaining, and decisions that threatened the stability of our workplaces. But we also showed something powerful: fighting for what we deserve is how we build power. Our contract is...
Critical Emergency Equipment Now in Place
The SEIU Local 1000 Stewards at CDCR–Los Angeles County are proud to celebrate a major victory for the health and safety of our nursing staff and the patients they care for. After a long fight to address serious safety code violations, including faulty emergency...
Member Spotlight: Michael Garcia Peters – A True Hero in the Kitchen
When broken equipment threatened the safety and efficiency of the kitchen, one cook didn’t just wait for change—he made it happen. For months, staff had been submitting work orders for malfunctioning griddles and ovens, only to see little to no action from the...
Member Wins Retroactive Pay
SEIU Local 1000 helped member Cheri Lin, also known as Ping Ping Lin, secure a major victory in her career. After realizing the value of union representation, she worked with the union to address a long-standing issue with her Merit Salary Adjustment (MSA) and salary...