Oregon AFSCME Council 75

Oregon unions secure pay raises, more remote work flexibility for state workers Most state employees could see bigger paychecks next February.

“This contract will help to close the gap [rising cost of living], but it’s still imperative Oregon continues to invest in our state workforce... so state workers are able to provide for themselves and their families.” — Jade McCredy, Chief Negotiator, OR AFSCME

Member Action Saves DEQ Program In Oregon, the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the state agency responsible for restoring and maintaining the quality of our air, land, and water. The Vehicle Inspection Program (VIP) at…

Oregon just dodged a major environmental threat — thanks to union power. When a last-minute bill threatened DEQ’s Vehicle Inspection Program, AFSCME Local 3336 workers sprang into action. Their quick mobilization helped protect the clean air we all rely on.

Victory for SACU: Workers Fight Back Massive Cuts In a major win for workers at the Stabilization and Crisis Unit (SACU), represented by Oregon AFSCME Local 1246, workers successfully pushed back against devastating cuts proposed in the Governor’s…

After months of relentless advocacy, Oregon AFSCME Local 1246 members successfully stopped devastating budget cuts that would have shuttered homes and displaced the vulnerable individuals they serve. Lawmakers heard us loud and clear: SACU is essential—and it’s here to stay.

AFSCME Local 88 To Multnomah County Commissioners: Stop the layoffs! Portland, OR – Speaking in front of the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners, Oregon AFSCME Local 88 Vice President Hilary Zust spoke out against proposed layoffs, highlighting the county’s…

AFSCME Local 88: Stop the layoffs and protect the services our communities rely on. #AFSCME #UnionStrong

AFSCME 189 members ratify contract with city - NW Labor Press About 93% supported ratifying the contract, which provides annual inflation-based raises plus overall increases totaling 3% over three years.

Local 189 members have ratified a strong three-year contract with 93% approval. The deal includes inflation-based COLAs, at least 3% total wage increases, higher raises for lower-paid workers, and better pay for graveyard shifts. Portland City Council votes on March 19.

More Oregon workers feel unsafe in the workplace, one report finds - KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2 SALEM, Ore. – A new report from a major union finds Oregon workers reporting feeling unsafe The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) represents nearly 40,000 workers...

67% of Oregon AFSCME members surveyed have faced violence, threats, or trauma on the job. Understaffing & lack of safety measures are putting workers at risk. It's time for action.
Oregon needs to pass SB 24 & SB 606 to protect frontline workers! #orleg

Survey reveals two-thirds of Oregon AFSCME have faced violence, threats in workplace Oregon AFSCME listed a lack of security as a reason behind many members’ safety concerns.

67% of Oregon AFSCME members surveyed have faced physical violence, threats, or trauma at work. Our Unsafe on the Job report exposes the urgent need for stronger workplace safety policies. It's time for action. #ORpol #WorkplaceSafety

Oregon union asking lawmakers to pass worker safety bills  • Oregon Capital Chronicle An Oregon union wants more staffing and safety legislation passed in Salem to protect health care and public safety officials.

Oregon AFSCME members demand action on workplace safety! Two-thirds of surveyed workers faced serious workplace safety concerns. We're backing bills for safer staffing levels & expanded PTSI coverage. Lawmakers must act now. #OrLeg #OregonAFSCME

Oregon AFSCME seeks a Council Representative to be based in Portland or Salem, OR. Details can be found at: unionjobs.com/listing.php?... #1u #UnionStrong @oregonafscme.bsky.social @afscme.bsky.social

‘We feel at risk:’ OHSU researcher fearful of potential cuts to federal funds Local scientists say they’re feeling anxious days after the Trump administration said it would lower spending by reducing funding to research programs.

Research Workers United member Lynne Swarbrick has spent over two decades researching tuberculosis—work that saves lives. Now, she and nearly 2,000 other research workers at OHSU don’t know if their jobs will continue. We stand with our members fighting to protect research funding.

Workers at another Illinois library organize with AFSCME Staff at another Illinois cultural institution are building power through AFSCME.

Library workers deserve respect and a voice. After a pattern of unfair and unequal treatment from management, Urbana Free Library employees in Illinois unanimously voted to form a union with @afscme31.bsky.social: