It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations on Twitter.
Alabama AFL-CIO:
USW Local 351L celebrating it's 76th anniversary today. #1U #USW #Trailblazer pic.twitter.com/1UzZtrjY4x
— Alabama AFL-CIO (@AlabamaAFLCIO) May 5, 2023
Arizona AFL-CIO:
📚🤝Introducing the Arizona AFL-CIO #LaborBookClub! Join us in building community and raising awareness about the labor movement. All are welcome to attend our monthly meetings and vote on our book selections. Click on the link to join⤵https://t.co/MjUJKVP5rc#1u pic.twitter.com/TrIiuUIkzx
— Arizona AFL-CIO (@ArizonaAFLCIO) May 10, 2023
California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:
.@LorenaSGonzalez: “We have a California Constitution that include rights for a lot of people. Working people should have their rights in there too. “
— California Labor Federation (@CaliforniaLabor) May 9, 2023
Notes politicians, big business, and others hav their right in the State Constitution. #SCA7 pic.twitter.com/YhWCJvb6AH
Colorado AFL-CIO:
Colorado union member (AFGE) John Butkovich is featured in the NY Times discussing the impacts of staffing shortages in federal prisons on safety and morale #coleg #copolitics https://t.co/DhmbwoGjp3
— Colorado AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOCO) May 2, 2023
Connecticut AFL-CIO:
Our education system is at a breaking point. In order to progress, we must invest in our lowest paid school employees. Many paraeducators have decades of experience and hold bachelor’s degrees. It is undeniable they are crucial to student success. https://t.co/McdwJcr81k
— Connecticut AFL-CIO (@ConnAFLCIO) May 9, 2023
Georgia State AFL-CIO:
APALA is dedicated to promoting political education and voter registration programs among AAPIs, and to the training, empowerment, and leadership of AAPIs within the labor movement and APA community. #1u #unionstrong #unionproud #solidarity #loveeveryone #happy #georgia pic.twitter.com/avBjCyM32c
— Georgia AFL-CIO (@AFLCIOGeorgia) May 10, 2023
Illinois AFL-CIO:
The @NALC_National is hosting their annual #StampOutHunger food drive this Saturday, May 13.
— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) May 10, 2023
Participating is easy: leave a bag of non-perishable food by your mailbox and your letter carrier will handle the rest.
Together, we can stamp out hunger.https://t.co/1EoJXziFPs pic.twitter.com/XeISBz0wKi
Iowa Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:
The cards are stacked against workers but that never stopped us from fighting back! Let's do it together, Solidarity. https://t.co/6ozPIi5Iq5
— Iowa AFL-CIO (@IowaAFLCIO) May 10, 2023
Maine AFL-CIO:
This bill is about good union jobs for workers been overlooked or left behind — from New Mainers, people coming out of incarceration, our tribal communities & other people from rural communities around potential ports. #mepolitics https://t.co/nb93jecUUY
— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) May 10, 2023
Maryland State and D.C. AFL-CIO:
Yesterday, Gov. Moore signed HB 2 which returns the right for MD workers to subtract union dues on their state income taxes. Thank you to everyone that helped make this day possible! pic.twitter.com/Gr2DXIRVyW
— Maryland State and DC AFL-CIO (@MDDCStateFed) May 10, 2023
Massachusetts AFL-CIO:
UAW workers at Springfield Partners for Community Action are ON STRIKE.
— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) May 8, 2023
We will stand with our sisters and brothers every day until a fair contract is reached.
Join the Union on the picket line at 707 State Street in Springfield.
Learn more on how to help below #mapoli 1/2 pic.twitter.com/Ia3kVEh5bX
Minnesota AFL-CIO:
#PaidLeaveMN Backers: Workers, Families Closer to Crucial Benefit https://t.co/6SYyecs6rI #1u #mnleg @mn4pfl
— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) May 10, 2023
Missouri AFL-CIO:
TODAY is #GiveSTLDay! Please, if you are able, donate to the Missouri Works Initiative which eliminates barriers to economic opportunities by connecting Missourians to the necessary resources to build life-sustaining careers. Donate here: https://t.co/bv4b42lLHK
— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) May 10, 2023
Nevada State AFL-CIO:
We are in a dire health care shortage, and Nevadans can’t afford to lose the physicians they trust.
— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) May 10, 2023
We support #AB11 because doctors should be able to see all of their patients and ensure that they receive the care they need. pic.twitter.com/prb0Su4ou6
New Hampshire AFL-CIO:
Thank you, to all of our Brothers and Sisters that have joined us today at the @NHAFLCIO Constitutional Convention.
— New Hampshire AFL-CIO (@NHAFLCIO) May 6, 2023
Our strength comes from your #Solidarity and our #Solidarity is our sanctuary. Let’s keep fighting for New Hampshire working families!#NHPolitics #1u pic.twitter.com/8QsxoYfgAC
New Jersey State AFL-CIO:
Gov. Murphy Signs Bill Improving Unemployment Insurance Benefits for Striking Workershttps://t.co/HFXX0oZENb pic.twitter.com/NKuCDM62US
— New Jersey AFL-CIO (@NJAFLCIO) April 24, 2023
New York State AFL-CIO:
Nurses are the backbone of our healthcare system. Thank you nurses for keeping our communities healthy and safe! #NationalNursesWeek pic.twitter.com/EaC7HAK3RO
— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) May 9, 2023
North Carolina State AFL-CIO:
We just signed @reiuniondurham's petition! Join us in supporting their campaign here: https://t.co/KWySeJhsLH #LetDurhamVote #1u
— NC State AFL-CIO // #CountMeIn (@NCStateAFLCIO) May 9, 2023
North Dakota AFL-CIO:
Letter: Take a moment to thank teachers and support professionals this week https://t.co/Gzt2DSMIoZ
— North Dakota AFL-CIO (@NDAFLCIO) May 8, 2023
Ohio AFL-CIO:
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— Ohio AFL-CIO (@ohioaflcio) May 10, 2023
Oregon AFL-CIO:
It’s simple: Unions raise the standard for ALL working people! #1u #UnionStrong #Unions #Labor pic.twitter.com/yL1A9Vqr0q
— Oregon AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) May 10, 2023
Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:
Public Sector #OSHA protections mean that, upon request, public employers must provide employees with a list of toxic/hazardous substances that employees encounter. It is a fundamental right of all employees to work in an environment that is as safe as possible. #1u pic.twitter.com/dneDOFopfV
— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) May 5, 2023
Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council:
We're hopeful that lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are ready to do their jobs and work productively to come up with solutions that keep their constituents safe. Tennesseans deserve nothing less. #TNLeg #1u https://t.co/lDlxCmSKkn
— Tennessee AFL-CIO (@tnaflcio) May 8, 2023
Texas AFL-CIO:
HB 2127 is in the final stages of the #txlege
— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) May 9, 2023
Supporters of this bill believe that our rights to safety, dignity and security as workers are inconveniences that must be stopped.
We need your help NOW.
Protect Texas workers. Take action TODAY: https://t.co/e7ZXymZgmJ pic.twitter.com/m2dnFvwS9N
Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:
✨It's WSLC Wednesday!✨
— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) May 10, 2023
Our unique and award-winning news service just celebrated its 12th birthday, and it's time for a redesign. Tell us what you want from The New-and-Improved Stand™! #1u https://t.co/lX8GzoJvaT
Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:
"After a decade of punitive legislation that was upheld by an imbalanced Supreme Court, we now have reason to believe that the tide is turning and workers’ rights and voting rights can once again be protected in Wisconsin." — Stephanie Bloomingdale, President, Wisconsin AFL-CIO pic.twitter.com/cfDcSB9ecZ
— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) April 5, 2023