Mandatory Overtime (MOT) Bargaining Update – Nov. 20th
SEIU Local 1000 was prepared to meet with the state today, November 20, 2025, but before going to the table, CalHR communicated that they are still working on their response. Both SEIU Local 1000 and the state are currently in the process of reviewing available dates...
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Latest Update on Mandatory Overtime Bargaining
As part of our “Don’t Let CalHR Silence Us” campaign, we want to update you on one of the most urgent examples of CalHR’s interference happening right now: Mandatory Overtime (MOT). For weeks, we’ve been calling out how CalHR is restricting union rights. They are...
Public Safety Workers Unite in D.C. to Strengthen Strategy and Solidarity
A few weeks ago, public safety workers from across the country came together in Washington, D.C. for a powerful convening hosted by SEIU International’s Public Safety Council. The gathering brought together correctional staff, 911 dispatchers, sheriff’s departments,...
National Justice Convening in Chicago
Eric Murray, Chair of Bargaining Unit 15, was invited to attend the Chicago Beyond 2025 National Justice Convening held October 29–30 in Chicago. This invitation-only event brought together correctional staff, administrators, formerly incarcerated individuals, union...
Meeting Recap: 5.19.3 Classification and Compensation Committee
Our Bargaining Unit (BU) 3 team held the ongoing statewide 5.19.3 Classification and Compensation Committee meeting on October 30th, to address issues impacting represented workers in Unit 3. In this meeting, we focused on gaining a clearer understanding of how...
CDCR ITO Discontinuation
For the last 30 years, the Governor has authorized four hours of ITO for all state employees during the holidays. Historically, teachers at CDCR have received this benefit. However, recent notice of impact received from CDCR states that Unit 3 teachers are no...
Unit 4 Statewide DMV JLMC Update – November 2025
What’s This About?SEIU Local 1000 and DMV Labor Relations met to talk about issues affecting DMV employees. This update is to keep you informed and help build strength in the workplace. Key Topics Discussed: Driver Safety Workload Time management tips Health and...
One Voice United: Leadership Lessons from Gettysburg to Philadelphia
Earlier this fall, a group of union leaders participated in a leadership development training organized by One Voice United, traveling to Gettysburg and Philadelphia to explore decision-making, leadership under pressure, and innovative approaches to justice. At...
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
The SEIU International Indigenous Peoples Caucus: This Native American Heritage Month, we honor the First Peoples of Turtle Island the original caretakers of these lands and waters whose blood, brilliance, and labor continue to sustain nations. Our stories are not...