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Trump's latest attack on federal workers, through the Promoting Employee Accountability proposed rule, would undermine workforce stability and detract from agencies’ missions to serve the American public.
IFPTE Responds to So-Called, “Promoting Employee Accountability” Proposed Rule — IFPTE
This week IFPTE weighed-in against the Trump Administration’s latest attack on federal workers through the Promoting Employee Accountability proposed rule.
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The @canadianlabour.bsky.social (CLC), of which IFPTE is affiliated, honoured Emancipation Day on August 1st, marking the day in 1834 when Canada and other British Colonies abolished slavery.
Canadian Labour Congress Honours Emancipation Day — IFPTE
The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), of which IFPTE is affiliated, honoured Emancipation Day on August 1st, marking the day in 1834 when Canada and other British Colonies abolished slavery.
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@canadianlabour.bsky.social (CLC) President, Bea Bruske, Condemns Bank of Canada Union-busting
Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress | Canadian Labour Congress
OTTAWA — “The Bank of Canada has now been found twice in two weeks to have broken Canada’s anti-scab law. Parliament passed this law to protect workers’ right to strike and ensure collective bargainin...
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Federal Unions, Including IFPTE, Urge Senators to Oppose Charlton Allen, Nominee for FLRA General Counsel
Federal Unions, Including IFPTE, Urge Senators to Oppose Charlton Allen, Nominee for FLRA General Counsel — IFPTE
The Federal Workers Alliance (FWA) resent a letter signed by 19 labor unions, including IFPTE, to all Senate offices urging Senators to reject the nomination of Charlton Allen, the Trump Administrati...
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IFPTE Local 195 recently scored a victory for members when they reached a settlement with the state of New Jersey to guarantee reimbursements to impacted workers for their Clothing Maintenance Allowance (CMA).
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@speea-ifpte2001.bsky.social’s Negotiation Team has received offers from Boeing on proposed four-year collective bargaining agreements for some 17,000 aerospace professionals.
Boeing Presents SPEEA Local 2001 with Final Offer — IFPTE
SPEEA’s Negotiation Team has received offers from Boeing on proposed four-year collective bargaining agreements for some 17,000 aerospace professionals. There are two agreements, one for the Professio...
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IFPTE on DoD Union Rights, the SAVE Act and a Hawaii Organizing Win Over one million federal workers lost collective bargaining rights by executive order. For the second year in a row, a union member in Congress has added bipartisan language to the must-pass National Defense Authorization Act to
IFPTE on DoD Union Rights, the SAVE Act and a Hawaii Organizing Win
Over one million federal workers lost collective bargaining rights by executive order. For the second year in a row, a union member in Congress has added bipartisan language to the must-pass National Defense Authorization Act to start reversing that for 770,000 Department of Defense employees. And IFPTE just organized approximately 200 NOAA fisheries workers in Hawaii. On today's episode of America's Work Force Union Podcast, IFPTE President Matt Biggs discusses the Norcross NDAA language and what happens next in the Senate reconciliation fight, why stripping DoD collective bargaining rights harms rather than protects national security, the SAVE Act's voter registration barriers and what the numbers on voter fraud actually show and an organizing surge producing more requests for union representation than IFPTE has organizers to handle. Visit ifpte.org for more.
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Matt Biggs talks federal union rights, organizing, save act on America’s Workforce Union podcast
IFPTE's Matt Biggs on Federal Union Rights, SAVE Act and Organizing
IFPTE President Matt Biggs discusses the Norcross NDAA language restoring DoD collective bargaining rights, the SAVE Act and a Hawaii organizing win.
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Luria is an American Patriot, a friend of unions and working people through and through, and one of IFPTE’s strongest supporters
“An American Patriot, A Friend of Unions and Working People” - IFPTE Endorses Elaine Luria for Congress — IFPTE
The IFPTE International issued their latest endorsement this week in support of our longtime friend, Elaine Luria, who is seeking to again represent the constituents of Virginia’s 2nd Congressional Di...
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Bell Continues to Offshore Canadian Telecommunications Jobs - IFPTE Urges Government to Reform Regulatory Framework
Bell Continues to Offshore Canadian Telecommunications Jobs - IFPTE Urges Government to Reform Regulatory Framework — IFPTE
As Bell Canada continues to offshore Union-represented telecommunications jobs, including jobs of TEAM/IFPTE Local 161 members in Manitoba, IFPTE leaders sent a letter this week to the federal Ministe...
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IFPTE Urges No Vote on Onder Union-Busting and Grothman Job Slashing Amendments to the House NDAA
IFPTE Urges No Vote on Onder Union-Busting and Grothman Job Slashing Amendments to the House NDAA — IFPTE
As the House of Representatives considered HR 8800, the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, IFPTE sent a letter urging all House lawmakers to oppose amendments filed by Representative...
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The Trump tariffs, coupled with the U.S. federal government’s failure to assist Canada in fighting the raging wildfires, is punitive and shameful. Given that many of the goods being targeted are covered by the USMCA, we fully expect legal challenges to come.
IFPTE Condemns Latest Round of Canadian Tariffs, Failure to Assist in Wildfire Relief Efforts — IFPTE
IFPTE’s executive officers jointly released the following statement in response the latest round of tariffs imposed on Canada by President Trump, and the American government’s failure to assist Canada...
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They OG Nerds are back! The Engineering Retirees Society, whose membership includes some of the heroes from the SPEEA Strike of 2000, is pledging to "mobilize and do whatever it takes for both Profs and Techs to reach fair and respectful collective bargaining agreements." #NoNerdsNoBirds
The clock is ticking and it’s time to invest in Oakland’s services. It’s time to invest in city workers! To support Oakland workers, like Robyn, advocating for a fair contract, please like, share, and repost this video.
The Manitoba Federation of Labour (MFL), of which TEAM/IFPTE Local 161 and WAPSO/IFPTE Local 162 are affiliates, have released a new report examining the growing epidemic of workplace violence across the province and offering practical solutions to better protect workers.
MFL Calls for Action to Address Growing Epidemic of Workplace Violence — IFPTE
The Manitoba Federation of Labour (MFL), of which TEAM/IFPTE Local 161 and WAPSO/IFPTE Local 162 are affiliates, have released a new report examining the growing epidemic of workplace violence across ...
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The ill-named "Taking Care of America's Veterans Act," H.R. 9237, was stopped from passing in the House of Representatives after a "motion to recommit" was moved by Congressman Deluzio (D-PA17) and showed that enough Republicans would join with Democrats to oppose and defeat the bill.
House Bill to Cut Veterans Benefits and Privatize VA Services Loses Support and Is Pulled Moments Before Floor Vote -- Read Union Letter to House Lawmakers Opposing Bill — IFPTE
This week, the ill-named "Taking Care of America's Veterans Act," H.R. 9237, was stopped from passing in the House of Representatives after a "motion to recommit" showed that enough Republicans would ...
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Members of the Young Professionals Network from the @thesocietysays.bsky.social - IFPTE Local 160 hosted a social event at Level One Pub in Ottawa, Canada bringing together Society members from the Ottawa region for an evening of networking and socializing.
Society of United Professionals Young Professionals Network Hosts Ottawa Social Event — IFPTE
Members of the Young Professionals Network (YPN) from the Society of United Professionals (SUP/IFPTE Local 160) hosted a social event at Level One Pub in Ottawa, Canada bringing together Society membe...
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Congressman Goldman, Senator Schumer, Senator Gillibrand, and several other lawmakers in the New York delegation requested that the GAO investigate whether the USACE decision to relocate the agency’s offices out of New York City complies with legal and regulatory obligations and authorities.
Rep. Goldman, Sen. Schumer, Sen. Gillibrand, Other Lawmakers Request Investigation of Army Corps Office Relocations That Harms IFPTE Local 98 Members' Work, Result in Workforce Attrition — IFPTE
Late last week, Congressman Dan Goldman, Senator Chuck Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, and several other lawmakers in the New York delegation requested the Government Accountability Office (GAO) ...
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This week, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee (T&I) and the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee both passed their respective Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) bills with unanimous bipartisan support.
IFPTE Letter Supporting House WRDA Bill Cites Favorable Provisions on Boundary Realignment and Cites Concerns about Wasteful Army Corps Office Relocations and Lack of Transparency — IFPTE
This week, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee (T&I) and the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee both passed their respective Water Resources Development Act (WRD...
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“With this agreement, ESC members have secured the highest three-year wage increases of any PG&E contract in the Union’s 74-year history,” said John Mader, President of Engineers and Scientists of California and of the Union’s PG&E Unit Board.
IFPTE Local 20 Members Ratify New Contract with PG&E, Including Highest-Ever Wage Increases — IFPTE
Members of the Engineers and Scientists of California, IFPTE Local 20, voted this week to ratify a contract with Pacific Gas and Electric Company.
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IFPTE is sad to report that our great friend and Union Sister, Vonda McDaniel, passed away unexpectedly. McDaniel, who has worked closely with IFPTE over many years, served as the president of the Central Labor Council (CLC) of Nashville and Middle Tennessee, and AFL-CIO vice president.
IFPTE Mourns the Loss of Vonda McDaniel, President of the Central Labor Council of Nashville and Middle Tennessee, AFL-CIO Executive Council Member — IFPTE
IFPTE is sad to report that our great friend and Union Sister, Vonda McDaniel, passed away unexpectedly last Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee.
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The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) has published a new article calling for stronger labour protections under CUSMA, arguing that workers across Canada, the United States, and Mexico deserve a more effective mechanism for remedying labour rights violations.
CCPA: Workers need a stronger yellow-card system in CUSMA — IFPTE
The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) has published a new article calling for stronger labour protections under CUSMA, arguing that workers across Canada, the United States, and Mexico de...
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The latest edition of the award-winning Union newsletter, the @speea-ifpte2001.bsky.social Spotlite, was released on July 1st, informing SPEEA’s 16k-plus members about the Union’s negotiations with the Boeing Company for the prof and tech members employed by the aerospace company.
“We’re Ready for Action” – July SPEEA Spotlite Reports on Contract Negotiations, H.O.P.E. Award Winner, Angela Hottle — IFPTE
The latest edition of the award-winning Union newsletter, the SPEEA Spotlite , was released on July 1st, informing SPEEA’s 16k-plus members about the Union’s negotiations with the Boeing Company for ...
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Working People Across North America Need a Workers-First Trade Policy
Working People Across North America Need a Workers-First Trade Policy — IFPTE
IFPTE issued the following statement on the U.S-Mexico-Canada (USMCA or CUSMA) trade agreement’s six-year review period, commencing on July 1, 2026.
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The @thesocietysays.bsky.social proudly joined Pride Toronto over the weekend standing alongside over 3 million participants in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and reaffirming the union's commitment to equity, inclusion, and human rights.
Society/Local 160 Stands Proud at Pride Toronto 2026 — IFPTE
The Society of United Professionals/Local 160 (the Society) proudly joined Pride Toronto over the weekend standing alongside over 3 million participants in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and reaf...
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@speea-ifpte2001.bsky.social members showed up strong for Seattle’s 52nd annual Pride Parade, which took place on Sunday, June 28th.
SPEEA Members Participate in Seattle Pride Parade — IFPTE
SPEEA members showed up strong for Seattle’s 52nd annual Pride Parade, which took place on Sunday, June 28th.
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The @thesocietysays.bsky.social (IFPTE Local 160) President Rebecca Caron met with Ontario Minister of Energy and Mines Stephen Lecce last week to discuss the province's plans for expanding nuclear energy and the workforce needed to support it.
Society/Local 160 President Meets with Ontario Energy Minister Stephen Lecce — IFPTE
The Society of United Professionals/Local 160 President Rebecca Caron met with Ontario Minister of Energy and Mines Stephen Lecce last week to discuss the province's plans for expanding nuclear energy...
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Negotiators for @speea-ifpte2001.bsky.social -IFPTE Local 2001 began formal contract talks with Boeing on July 1.
SPEEA Local 2001 Starts Bargaining with Boeing — IFPTE
Negotiators for SPEEA/IFPTE Local 2001 began formal contract talks with Boeing on July 1.
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IFPTE International joined several IFPTE Locals, including Local 777, rank-and-file members and others in the labor movement in providing comments last week in opposition to the Trump Administration’s efforts to force federal workers to sign nondisclosure agreements.
IFPTE Provides Comments Opposing the Trump Administration’s Employee Nondisclosure Agreement — IFPTE
IFPTE International joined several IFPTE Locals, including Local 777, rank-and-file members and others in the labor movement in providing comments last week in opposition to the Trump Administration’s...
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