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Inflation Reduction Act becomes law, a major win for working families
President Joe Biden today signed the Inflation Reduction Act, a law that includes many AFSCME priorities and represents a historic achievement for working families. — Aug 16
With House passage, landmark pro-worker bill heads to the White House
All eyes are now on the White House, where the president will sign the landmark Inflation Reduction Act in the coming days. — Aug 15
Saunders applauds bill to ensure the rich pay their fair share of taxes
AFSCME supports the Billionaire Minimum Tax Act, which would level the playing field when it comes to the rich paying their fair share of taxes. — Aug 8
Southern California health care workers form a union through AFSCME
More than 400 Southern California health care workers are gaining a voice on the job through UNAC/UHCP, an AFSCME affiliate. — Aug 5
Extreme heat creates hazardous work conditions for Texas corrections staff
An AFSCME affiliate tells a Texas legislative committee that the lack of air-conditioning in Texas prisons is dangerous for corrections staff and incarcerated people. — Aug 4