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Telework Update: HCD
On June 18, 2026, SEIU Local 1000 held a meet and confer with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) regarding the Return-to-Office (RTO) mandate effective July 1, 2026. The team was able to confirm: HCD does not have authority to deviate...
Telework Update: CCHCS
On June 17, 2026, SEIU Local 1000 held a meet and confer with California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) regarding the Return-to-Office (RTO) mandate effective July 1, 2026. The team was able to confirm: CCHCS intends to implement on July 1 CCHCS has not...
Telework Update: CCC
On June 15, 2026, SEIU Local 1000 held a meet and confer with the California Conservation Corps (CCC) regarding the Return-to-Office (RTO) mandate. CCC will employee a phased approach: June 22, 2026 – Business Services First Floor Ops Team and Business Services...
Telework Update: FTB
On June 16, 2026, SEIU Local 1000 held a meet and confer with Franchise Tax Board (FTB) regarding the Return-to-Office (RTO) mandate effective July 1, 2026. The team was able to confirm: FTB did not identify issues or concerns with operations or other issues with its...
Telework Update: CDTFA
On June 15, 2026, SEIU Local 1000 held a meet and confer with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) regarding the Return-to-Office (RTO) mandate effective July 1, 2026. The team was able to confirm exemptions for medical or Reasonable...
The Fight is On
Contract negotiations continue and state workers are making their voices heard. Across our union, unit-specific bargaining teams are at the table fighting for the unique needs of their classifications and professions. At the same time, master table negotiations are...
A MESSAGE FROM SEIU LOCAL 1000 PRESIDENT
Dear State Workers, The fight for our next Contract continues, and state workers continue to show what we're capable of when we stand together. You showed up to Days of Action, purpled up at worksites, joined caravans and pop-up events, rallied with your coworkers,...
Celebrating Edward Escandon’s Leadership During Pride Month
During Pride Month, we celebrate leaders who are helping build a stronger, more inclusive labor movement. SEIU Local 1000 member Edward Escandon was recently appointed Chapter President of the Pride At Work Los Angeles Chapter, a recognition of his dedication to...
Celebrating Juneteenth
As we celebrate Juneteenth, we honor the enduring fight for freedom, equality, and justice, and recognize the contributions, resilience, and leadership of Black workers and communities throughout history and today. Hear from African American Committee Chair Shrhonda...
Steward Pushes Back on Improper Sick Leave Demand
When registered nurse Byron White requested sick leave, management approved the leave but demanded a physician’s note simply because of staffing shortages and ongoing RN vacancies. Our union knew that explanation did not align with the Contract. Union Steward Angie...