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Aug 17, 2022 | Announcement

The Evolution of Union Busting
- https://theintercept.com/2022/06/07/union-busting-tactics-diversity/
Government workers feel inflation’s pinch as wages lag
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2022/08/01/public-sector-wages-inflation/
‘Never seen it this bad’: America faces catastrophic teacher shortage
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2022/08/03/school-teacher-shortage/
Immigrant Detainees Strike Over Working Conditions, California Regulators Investigate
- investigate?fbclid=IwAR2oe9AD6x9EgC87h2wyIxOGtvsfWs4kwMaUvT5rjQ8_fv-DkaSnjQNBb8k
  - The Evolution of Union Busting
    - https://theintercept.com/2022/06/07/union-busting-tactics-diversity/
  - Government workers feel inflation’s pinch as wages lag
    - https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2022/08/01/public-sector-wages-inflation/
  - ‘Never seen it this bad’: America faces catastrophic teacher shortage
    - https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2022/08/03/school-teacher-shortage/
  - Immigrant Detainees Strike Over Working Conditions, California Regulators Investigate
    - investigate?fbclid=IwAR2oe9AD6x9EgC87h2wyIxOGtvsfWs4kwMaUvT5rjQ8_fv-DkaSnjQNBb8k

Our Fight Against the RTO Mandate
Governor Newsom’s return-to-office (RTO) mandate isn’t about improving services – it’s a shortsighted decision that disregards what’s best for workers and the state. We’ve proven that remote and hybrid work increase productivity, save taxpayers millions, and help recruit and retain… Read more: Our Fight Against the RTO Mandate
Protecting Our 4% Raise: Working Together for State Workers
The 4% general salary increase for state workers is scheduled for July 1, 2025, but it will ultimately depend on Governor Newsom’s budget decisions. What is guaranteed is a 3% raise, but we are fighting to secure the full 4% we… Read more: Protecting Our 4% Raise: Working Together for State Workers
Fighting Back Against Unfair Write-Ups at DMV
When Joshua, a Motor Vehicle Representative at DMV Sacramento, repeatedly raised concerns about a coworker’s habit of coughing and sneezing without covering her mouth, management ignored his complaints—even after he put them in writing. Despite his efforts to… Read more: Fighting Back Against Unfair Write-Ups at DMV
Reinstated After Unjust Rejection
When Rachel, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at CHCF, was unfairly rejected on probation despite receiving satisfactory performance reviews, SEIU Local 1000 took action. A Union Representative advocated for Rachel during her Skelly Hearing, presenting documentation that… Read more: Reinstated After Unjust Rejection
Celebrating the 3rd Cohort of the zSystems Apprenticeship Program
The zSystems Apprenticeship Program celebrated a major milestone on February 26, 2025, as its third cohort of apprentices graduated after two years of dedicated training. Launched in 2023, this program combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience, equipping apprentices with specialized skills in enterprise… Read more: Celebrating the 3rd Cohort of the zSystems Apprenticeship Program
Stop Congress from Cutting Medicaid!
30,903 Calls Answered—How We’re Supporting Each Other
Native American Heritage Month Parade: A Celebration of Union and Culture
SEIU Joins Forces with AFL-CIO—Building Power for All Workers
The Fight for 4%: Why We Need to Stay Ready