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A Fraudulent Claim Blocked Her Benefits — SEIU Local 1000 Fought Back and Won
Lisa, a Certified Nursing Assistant at the Department of Veterans Affairs, was shocked to learn that a fraudulent unemployment claim had been filed in her name back in 2021 — using her Social Security number and date of birth. The fraudulent claim interfered with her...
Thousands Back in Members’ Pockets
When the State gets it wrong, SEIU Local 1000 fights to make it right. In recent months, our union has helped put thousands of dollars back where it belongs — in our members' pockets. At CHCF, Erica, a Correctional Case Records Analyst, discovered she had been stuck...
When the State Underpaid Oscar and Liam, Our Union Took Action and Won Big
Oscar and Liam, both Information Technology Associates at the DMV, were placed in the wrong salary range when they were hired. Despite holding full college degrees with an IT focus, they were appointed to Range A, instead of the higher-paying Range C — which they...
Standing Up for Fair Evaluations
When David, a CAL FIRE employee, received an evaluation filled with negative reviews and misleading comments, he knew something wasn’t right — and so did his union. With SEIU Local 1000’s support, David submitted a formal rebuttal with documentation to set the record...
Ash Took a Leap — and Landed a Career in IT, Thanks to Apprenticeship and Union Support
Ash has had an interest in technology from a very young age. From helping family troubleshoot computers to getting their first taste of coding in a Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program at school, they have always gravitated towards technology. So when the...
Families First Day of Action — July 26, 2025
On July 26, SEIU members across all 50 states are coming together for the Families First Day of Action—a nationwide call to protect care, education, and dignity for working families. We’re standing up against harmful budget cuts and policies that threaten our...
Update on: Unit 4 Statewide DMVJoint Labor Management Committee (JLMC)
The DMV JLMC meeting on June 25, 2025, brought together representatives from SEIU Local 1000 and DMV Labor Relations to discuss key issues affecting DMV offices and employees. This update is intended to keep members informed and aligned on current priorities and...
Correctional Supervising Cooks Vacation Bid Training – August 21
This training for Correctional Supervising Cooks will review how to conduct the annual vacation bid process. The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) language will be reviewed and strategies will be shared on how the process can be conducted to be most effective. Two...
Upcoming Implementation of Biometric Time Clocks at Your Worksite
SEIU Local 1000 has received notice from DGS of its plans to implement biometric time clocks at worksites in Sacramento sometime this summer. Since 2022, your union has been actively engaging with the State and your department to discuss this issue. Biometric time...
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...