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Mind Games at the Department of Health

Millions of taxpayer dollars have been spent on faith-based “empathy training” that silences discrimination concerns and penalizes protected union activity. DOH employees are calling for it to stop. Sign their petition here.

Mind Games at the Department of Health

2023 Contract Win: Classification Increases!

After years of work for a raise of pay, a number of classifications are receiving pay raises, includes Environmental Specialist 3, 4 and 5!

Other classifications include (Range/s increase/s may differ depending upon the job class):

2023 Contract Win: Classification Increases!

AFSCME honors public safety professionals during National Law Enforcement Week

National Law Enforcement Week gives us an opportunity to recognize the sacrifices and contributions of America’s public safety professionals.

AFSCME honors public safety professionals during National Law Enforcement Week

Outnumbered and exhausted, a Louisiana corrections lieutenant fights for better staffing

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Outnumbered and exhausted, a Louisiana corrections lieutenant fights for better staffing

Vaccine Mandate Rescinded: Get the Facts

Update 6/1/2023

Our union sent a survey to members impacted by the rescission of the vaccine mandate, and they communicated clearly their desire for our union to focus on negotiating for the health and safety of currently employed state workers.

Vaccine Mandate Rescinded: Get the Facts