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17th Annual WILD Conference: Empowerment Through Cultural Change
Posted OnAugust 30, 2022 byThe 17h Annual WILD Conference, held at the Hilton East Brunswick, convened more than 160 union sisters from every sector of organized labor, demonstrating the centrality of women to our labor movement today and throughout history. From August 26-27, 2022, our union sisters joined in an impactful discussion and training to address challenges faced by…Read More
26th Annual Labor Candidates School Provides Union Member Political Candidates with the Skills to Win
Posted OnAugust 14, 2022 byOver the weekend, the New Jersey State AFL-CIO hosted its 26th annual Labor Candidates School featuring a graduating class of 24 union members running for office as first-time candidates. Additionally, many alumnae opted to join the school for a refresher course, as the Labor Candidates School provides training in the most up-to-date campaign techniques, which…Read More
New Jersey State AFL-CIO Hails Passage of Bill to Expand Benefits to Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits
Posted OnAugust 4, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO today hailed the US Senate for passing legislation, known as the PACT Act, designed to expand medical benefits for veterans exposed to toxic “burn pits.” Burn pits are used in the military to dispose of materiel, trash, and other refuse for waste management and to prevent useful items from falling into enemy hands. Burning…Read More
FY2023 Budget Invests in Tax Relief, Pensions, Infrastructure, and the Future
Posted OnJune 30, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO supports the FY2023 state budget package for its commitment to help working families struggling with inflation and economic uncertainty, while making crucial investments in building infrastructure and continuing its commitment to fully funding pensions and the school funding formula. The new ANCHOR property tax program will provide a historic $2…Read More
New Jersey State AFL-CIO Announces 2022 Endorsements For U.S. House and Labor Candidates for Elected Offices Throughout the State
Posted OnJune 22, 2022 byFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 22, 2022 CONTACT: Charles Wowkanech President (609) 989-8730 PRESS RELEASE New Jersey State AFL-CIO Announces 2022 Endorsements For U.S. House and Labor Candidates for Elected Offices Throughout the State ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Today, the New Jersey State AFL-CIO gathered with over 300 delegates and guests from affiliated unions…Read More
New Jersey State AFL-CIO Supports UNITE HERE! Local 54 in Strike for Higher Wages
Posted OnJune 16, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO supports the workers of UNITE HERE! Local 54, who voted today to allow its negotiating committee to authorize strikes against their casino employers. The hospitality workers of Local 54 have been working without a contract for several weeks as negotiations for a new contract have stalled over wage increases for workers. Amidst record profits for casinos,…Read More
New Jersey State AFL-CIO Testifies Before Assembly Committee in Support of on the Health and Wellbeing of Warehouse Workers at Amazon, Supports Bills in Assembly Labor Committee
Posted OnMay 23, 2022 byOn Thursday, May 19th, the New Jersey State AFL-CIO and Lawrence Ben of RWDSU testified before the Assembly Community Development & Affairs Committee on the health and wellbeing of warehouse workers at Amazon. A recent report from Rutgers University and New Jersey Policy Perspective showed that the overall injury rate at Amazon’s warehouses increased by…Read More
Solidarity Alert: Support Nurses and Techs of JNESO in Fight for Fair Contract with St. Michael’s Medical Center
Posted OnMay 23, 2022 byThe nurses and techs of JNESO at St. Michael’s Medical Center treated patients during the darkest days of the pandemic, and they continue to heal the sick and save lives in the Newark community. But these healthcare heroes are on strike because St. Michael’s Medical Center insists on denying them the respect and dignity they…Read More
New Jersey State AFL-CIO Celebrates Municipal Non-Partisan Election Victories in Bayonne, Irvington, and Long Branch
Posted OnMay 11, 2022 byThe New Jersey State AFL-CIO hailed the success of labor-backed candidates in municipal non-partisan elections held in Bayonne, Irvington, and Long Branch on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.Irvington Mayor Tony Vauss, a member of IUOE Local 68, and Long Branch Councilman Mario Vieira, a member of BAC Local 4, claimed victory in their elections. Mayor Vauss ran on…Read More
Hotel and Gaming Trades Council Ratifies 10 Contracts, Opens First-Ever New Jersey Office
Posted OnApril 8, 2022 byMontclair, NJ – The Hotel and Gaming Trades Council opened its first-ever New Jersey office in Montclair today at noon. Workers at 10 New Jersey hotels voted to ratify their contracts between the Hotel and Gaming Trades Council and their employers. “By voting to ratify these contracts, these workers are winning significantly higher wages for…Read More