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Message from the Chair – Summer 2025
As we head into the heart of summer, I want to take a moment to wish everyone a happy, healthy, and safe season. Whether you're taking some well-deserved time off or continuing to serve Californians through the hot months, your dedication does not go unnoticed. Over...
Tis the Season for Post and Bid!
It’s that time of year again—post and bid season is officially underway! For our members in CDCR and beyond, this is a critical opportunity to ensure transparency, fairness, and access to job opportunities across departments. If you’re interested in...
The Power of Unionism: Why Your Voice Matters
What is Unionism? According to the dictionary, unionism is defined as the policies and practices of labor unions, particularly those concerned with protecting and furthering the rights of workers. Throughout history, the power of unionism has shaped landmark...
Correctional Wellness Team Elevates the Profession at National Conference in Boston
The Correctional Wellness Team from California made a powerful impact at the recent “Elevate Our Profession” and National Medal of Honor Conference held in Boston, Massachusetts. The two-day event brought together correctional professionals from across the country to...
A Safer Workplace for All: Sharps Containers Now Required in State Restrooms
We’re proud to announce a significant win for the health and safety of our custodial staff and all state employees: the inclusion of Section 10.39 – Sharps Disposal in our latest Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Under this new provision, all buildings...
Members Vote to Approve Tentative Agreement
State Bar members have voted overwhelmingly to ratify the tentative agreement, with 94.2% voting “yes” across both bargaining units {88.5% for Attorney Unit, 96.2% for GU}. Thank you to everyone who participated in the vote, and special thanks to the Bargaining...
DFW – RTO Update
Our Union team met and conferred with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 regarding their plans to implement return to office guidance requiring employees to work in-office four days a week. In our discussions our team...
DIR RTO Meet & Confer Report
Our Union team met and conferred with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) on Friday, June 20, 2025 regarding their plans to implement return to office guidance requiring employees to work in-office four days a week. In our discussions our team raised concerns...
DGS (FMD Uniform Policy) Meet & Confer Report
Our Union team met and conferred with the Department of General Services (DGS) regarding changes to the FMD Uniform Policy. FMD wanted to change the uniform policy to include a waiver, which would have violated your rights. Our Union team fought this change and won....
EDD RTO Meet and Confer
Our Union team met and conferred with EDD twice, first on June 13 and again on June 17, regarding their plans to implement return to office guidance requiring employees to work in-office four days a week. In our discussions our team raised concerns from our...