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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you to @governor.ny.gov, @leaderasc.bsky.social, Speaker Heastie, members of the Legislature, and our affiliates who fought for this increase. (3/3)

White House to agencies: Prepare mass firing plans for a potential shutdown

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 10d

Stagnant at $504 per week since 2019, the max benefit fell short of meeting the basic needs of families facing financial hardship for too long. The increase comes at a critical moment, as Republicans in Washington threaten mass firings of public servants in the wake of the government shutdown. (2/3)

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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 10d

Today, New York's maximum unemployment insurance benefit increase takes effect. Hopefully you will never have to use this benefit, but for those who do, the new maximum weekly benefit of $869 will better support unemployed workers struggling to make ends meet. (1/3)

In memo, the Trump administration says the Reduction-in-Force plans would go beyond standard shutdown furloughs.

www.politico.com

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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 10d

NYS AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento speaking at @governor.ny.gov's press conference this morning calling out Washington Republicans' reckless government shutdown:

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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 11d

ACA health care plan costs are about to jump, which will lead to higher health care costs for everyone. Congress must act now. Call your representative and tell them to stop the health care price spike: nysaflcio.info/46vtVJ5

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 21d

Thank you Assembly Member Clyde Vanel for joining our Women’s Committee meeting for a conversation on artificial intelligence #UnionStrong

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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 21d

Thank you Senator Lea Webb, Assembly Member Chantel Jackson, Assembly Member Gabriella Romero & Senator Shelley Mayer for joining us at our Women’s Committee meeting this afternoon #UnionStrong

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · 21d

Kicking off the 2025 in-person meeting of the NYS AFL-CIO Women’s Committee! #UnionStrong

Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Strengthen and Expand Worker and Labor Protections

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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 23d

Ripping up federal workers’ union contracts hurts everyone in our communities who rely on the critical services they provide. But we have a bipartisan bill to save their union rights.

Tell your senators: cosponsor the Protect America’s Workforce Act! act.aflcio.org/call_campaig...

Tell the Senate: Pass the Protect America's Workforce Act. Call your Senator: 844-994-4554 | AFL-CIO

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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Sep 11

#NeverForget

Today as we pause to reflect, remember, and pay tribute to all those we lost and continue to lose because of the tragic events of 9/11; we must also remember our promise.

We promised to never forget.

That is why, as a Union Movement, we continue to fight to ensure our heroes, survivors, and their families receive the care and compensation they deserve.

We will never forget their sacrifice and
we will never give up the fight.

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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Sep 6

A package of pro-worker legislation became law today. Thank you @governor.ny.gov for your commitment to addressing the real needs and concerns of working people; and thank you @leaderasc.bsky.social and Speaker Heastie for your vital roles in passing these critical pieces of legislation.

Governor Hochul signed legislation to strengthen and expand labor protections statewide, helping to create good paying union jobs.

www.governor.ny.gov

AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento discusses the state of labor

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Sep 3

ICYMI: President Mario Cilento spoke about the state of labor on Capital Tonight:

According to Cilento, President Trump is not a friend to labor.

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This Labor Day, honor the workers who power our economy

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Sep 1

"As billionaires and corporations continue to concentrate their wealth and influence, unions have never been more important in fighting for the fair treatment that all workers deserve." Read President Mario Cilento's full #LaborDay op-ed:

Happy Labor Day! For many, it’s a chance to enjoy the long weekend, marking the unofficial end of summer. But for the union movement across this country, it's a moment to honor the workers who are the...

Book Talk Lunch: Climbing the Rough Side of the Mountain · AFL-CIO

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New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 22

Save the date! @rwdsu.bsky.social is hosting @aflcio.org Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond and authors Norman and Velma Murphy Hill who will talk about their memoir, Climbing the Rough Side of the Mountain: An Extraordinary Story of Love, Civil Rights and Labor Activism. RSVP:

Join AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer Fred Redmond in welcoming authors Norman and Velma Murphy Hill who will talk about their memoir, Climbing the Rough Side of the Mountain: An Extraordinary Story of Lov...

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Union Strong Podcast: Union Bus Tour Stops In New York

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 21

On the latest Union Strong pod, @aflcio.org President Liz Shuler joins us to discuss the #BetterInAUnion Bus Tour and what’s top of mind for working people. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch:

Statement by President Mario Cilento on the Passing of Danny Donohue

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 15

Statement by President Mario Cilento on the Passing of Danny Donohue:

"The Union Movement has lost not only an incredible leader but also an extraordinary human being with the recent passing of Danny Donohue.Danny was a leader in every sense of the word; his commitment ...

NYC Actors' Equity - It's Better in a Union Bus Tour · AFL-CIO

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 15

NYC: @actorsequity.bsky.social is headed into bargaining with the Broadway League for their cornerstone contract. Come show your support in Times Square next week! #UnionStrong

Actors' Equity is headed into bargaining with the Broadway League for our cornerstone contract. This is sure to be a historic negotiation for Equity and we are kicking things off with speeches from le...

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Governor Hochul and Business and Union Leaders Celebrate New York State Paying Off Multi-billion Dollar Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund Debt

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 14

Governor Hochul celebrated with business and union leaders the state’s action to pay off the nearly $7 billion federal Unemployment Insurance (UI) Trust Fund loan — a move to bring the fund to solvenc...

www.governor.ny.gov

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 14

We also thank @leaderasc.bsky.social, and Speaker Heastie for their instrumental role in passing this vital legislation.” -NYS AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento (5/6)

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 14

We thank @governor.ny.gov, not only for this legislation, but for once again taking action to improve the lives of working people and all New Yorkers. (4/6)

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 14

It will help them to meet their responsibilities and provide peace of mind during a time of financial and personal hardship, particularly those with families. (3/6)

New York State AFL-CIO @nysaflcio.bsky.social · Aug 14

Raising the benefit by more than 70 percent will have a significant and tangible impact on New Yorkers who are out of work through no fault of their own. (2/6)