2026 Contract Campaign
We’re getting ready for one of the most important moments we face as state workers: negotiating our next contract in 2026. What we fight for and win will impact our pay, benefits, working conditions, telework, safety, and more.
This is our contract. Our voices matter. And we need every member standing together from the very beginning.
Master Table Updates
June 30, 2026
📹 Hear Updates Directly from Our Chief Negotiator
Today, just hours before our Contract expires, the State finally responded to our fair pay proposals. Waiting until the final hours to respond to proposals we submitted weeks ago is no way to bargain in good faith. And their proposals don’t even come close to what state workers deserve.
The State rejected our proposal for a 20% General Salary Increase (GSI) over three years: 7% in 2026, 7% in 2027, and 6% in 2028. Instead, they’re asking state workers to accept no raise this year and only the 3% increase in 2027 that they already committed to last year. They also rejected every remaining economic proposal we put on the table, including improvements to healthcare, special salary adjustments and pay differentials. And they’re proposing to shorten this agreement to just two years instead of three.
“This isn’t bargaining, it’s stalling,” said Chief Negotiator Bobby Roy. “Our team came to the table prepared. Every proposal we brought forward was backed by research, hard work, and a genuine effort to move negotiations forward. We knew we weren’t going to get everything we asked for, but we expected real conversations and meaningful progress. Instead, the State rejected our economic proposals and came back with nothing. Not a meaningful counterproposal. Not a compromise. Just a no. That’s not negotiation—that’s disrespect.”
The State also rejected our proposals to expand telework protections and our proposal to reduce and ultimately eliminate mandatory overtime in state-run healthcare facilities. Once again, they chose not to address issues workers have been raising for years.
This comes at a time when the State itself has acknowledged California’s finances are stable. The money is there, but instead of investing in the workforce that delivers California’s essential services every day, the State is choosing not to prioritize state workers.
Today, June 30, our Contract expires—but our fight does not. If the State refuses to bargain a fair Contract, we are prepared to hold the line until they do. Our current Contract protections remain in effect while negotiations continue, and our bargaining team will not accept an agreement that fails to address the needs of state workers. That’s why tomorrow’s rally is so important. The strength we show together gives our bargaining team the leverage they need to keep fighting for the fair Contract we deserve.
On July 1, state workers from across California will come together at the State Capitol to hold the line for fair pay, affordable healthcare, and telework that works. As negotiations continue, we’ll show the State that workers will not settle for less than the contract we deserve.
Join us as we stand together, make our voices heard and demonstrate the power of worker solidarity.
🗓️ Wednesday, July 1
⏰ 11:00am-1:00pm
📌 California State Capitol West Steps – 1315 10th St, Sacramento, CA 95814
🍽️ Lunch Will Be Provided
🚌 Bus transportation available via registration form
Read Past Updates Below:
Master Table Update: June 25, 2026
June 25, 2026 With our current contract set to expire on June 30, our bargaining team continues...
Master Table Update: June 18, 2026
June 18, 2026 Contract negotiations are heating up. Let's keep the pressure on the State to...
Master Table Update: June 11, 2026
June 11, 2026 The fight for our next contract continues. As Master Table bargaining moves forward,...
Master Table Update: June 4, 2026
June 4, 2026 The fight for our next contract is underway. What happens at Master Table bargaining...
Are you ready to step up and get involved? Check out our Contract Action Center webpage for the latest news on all our upcoming actions. The Contract Action Center compiles key resources to stay informed and engaged from bargaining updates to upcoming CAT meetings to information on our last contract and more!
The Bargaining Survey Results Are In!
A record number of members across our union weighed in on what we should fight for in our next contract. Your participation makes one thing clear: we’re ready to fight for what we deserve!
Based on your feedback, we’ve identified the top priorities for our 2026 Contract Campaign.
Here are the key issues that we’ll be fighting for:
✓ Fair Pay
Wages that reflect the vital work we do and ensure every state employee can support their family as the cost of living rises.
✓ Secure Retirement
Safeguard reliable benefits that allow every state employee to retire with dignity.
✓ Affordable Healthcare
Accessible, quality healthcare that state employees and their families depend on.
✓ Telework That Works
Transparent telework policies that support both telework and on-site staff who don’t have the option to work remotely.
Bargaining Unit 1
Unit 1 encompasses a diverse range of professional roles, including accounting officers, auditors, and departmental analysts led by Bargaining Unit Chair, Susan Rodriguez.
Bargaining Unit 3
Bargaining Unit 3 includes professional educators and librarians, such as teachers, librarians, and education consultants led by Bargaining Unit Chair, Bob Holtz.
Bargaining Unit 4
Unit 4 comprises office and allied workers, including office assistants, secretaries, and data entry staff led by Bargaining Unit Chair, Karen Jefferies.
Bargaining Unit 11
Unit 11 comprises of engineering and scientific technicians led by Bargaining Unit Chair, Albert Manfredini.
Bargaining Unit 14
Unit 14 includes employees at the Office of State Publishing as well as printers and graphic artists throughout the state led by Bargaining Unit Chair, Robert Vega.
Bargaining Unit 15
Unit 15 includes civil service custodians, laundry workers, supervising cooks, and food services workers led by Bargaining Unit Chair, Eric Murray.
Bargaining Unit 17
Unit 17 comprises of registered nurses led by Bargaining Unit Chair, Vanessa Seastrong.
Bargaining Unit 20
Unit 20 comprises of medical and social services specialists led by Bargaining Unit Chair, Heather Markovich.
Bargaining Unit 21
Unit 21 comprises of educational consultants and librarians led by Bargaining Unit Chair, Bobby Roy.
Contract Action Team (CAT)
Our power at the bargaining table starts in our worksites. It’s going to take thousands of SEIU Local 1000 members taking collective action to win the raises and workplace improvements that we deserve. We can only make that happen with leaders at every worksite across CA!
By signing up for the Contract Action Team (CAT), you’re committing to attend monthly CAT meetings and help lead at your worksite throughout the contract campaign.
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