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OPEN SEASON ENROLLMENT PERIOD: Nov 11 - Dec 13, 2024

PHSB Open Season now extended to December 13th

APWU Health Plan covers postal workers and retirees eligible for the new Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) Program and federal employees and retirees eligible for the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program. Enroll in your new health plan during Open Season,  November 11 – December 13, 2024. Visit openseason.apwuhp.com today to compare plans, learn about new benefits, and lock in the coverage that fits your needs.

 

Affected by natural disaster?

Postal Employees' Relief Fund

If you and your loved ones have been affected by natural disasters like hurricanes or wildfires, know that you're not alone. Resources are available to APWU members, including the Postal Employees Relief Fund (PERF), the APWU Hardship Relief Fund, and others.

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Health Plan Open Season Enrollment Extended to Dec. 13

December 5, 2024

Through union advocacy, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has granted an extension to the health plan Open Season enrollment period for Postal...

APWU President Mark Dimondstein Provides Contract Negotiations Update as of December 4, 2024

December 4, 2024

Read the full transcript of APWU President Mark Dimondstein's Contract Negotiations Update as of December 4, 2024

Negotiations: No Easy Victories - the Struggle Continues!

November 18, 2024

President Dimondstein updates members on the current status of contract negotiations as of November 2024.

2nd Webinar for Distribution of $15 Million for Part-Time Regular Employees in Maintenance on Nov. 20 at 3pm ET

November 15, 2024

If you were a Part-Time Regular from 2018 Fiscal year to December 31,2023, register and join us for a Zoom presentation on Wednesday, November 20,...

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APWU Maintenance Div. Secures $15 Million Part-Time Regular Settlement Agreement

In 2021, the APWU Maintenance Division filed a national dispute regarding the Postal Service's violation of Article 7 section 3 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), specifically concerning the 2.5 percent cap on the total number of Part-Time Regular (PTR) employees in the Maintenance Division. On September 20, 2024, the APWU and the USPS reached a settlement agreement.  If you were a PTR maintenance employee from Fiscal Year 2018 through Dec. 31, 2023, please complete this form to check your eligibility for payment:

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Wear Your APWU Gear Every Thursday!

President Dimondstein's Contract Negotiations Address

Negotiations aren't over yet - the APWU and USPS have agreed to "Stop the Clock" on the expiration of our current contract (set to expire at midnight on September 20). The APWU will continue to keep the members updated as we continue to bargain for a new union contract, including regular messages on the negotiation “hotline” at (202) 642-9049, our website (apwu.org), and on our social media channels. 

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Communicating With You, The Member: A podcast with APWU president Mark Dimondstein

APWU members can now enjoy their union news on the move, as the union launches our new podcast "Communicating with You, The Member - A podcast with APWU President Mark Dimondstein". Hosted by union president, Mark Dimondstein, the podcast is one of the growing number of ways for members to keep abreast of the latest developments: a fact that reflects the many ways that members receive news in today’s media environment.

You can download the podcast on all streaming services, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts regularly. New episodes will be available monthly. 

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Upcoming National Events

Secretary-Treasurer's Training (Spring 2025)

April 8, 2025 to April 10, 2025

Hyatt Regency Miami

400 SE Second Ave
Miami, FL 33131

Room rate: $229/night +taxes and fees. Deadline: Monday, March 17, 2025. Reservations can be made online at https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/MIARM/G-ST45?src=envision_emai... $135/$185. Regististration Deadline: 3/27/25. Contact Hannah Decker at hdecker@apwu.org with questions.

2025 Human Relations Educational Assembly

June 12, 2025 to June 16, 2025

Houston, TX

Registration will open Friday, March 17, 2025. Early Bird registration (through May 16) is $125. Registration after May 16 is $150.  Additional details will be forthcoming, including registration & hotel information.

APWU 2025 All-Craft Conference

October 6, 2025 to October 8, 2025

Las Vegas, NV

The 2025 All Craft Conference will be held in Las Vegas, October 6 - 8, 2025. More information is forthcoming.

Statement from APWU General Officers on the Conflict in Israel and Palestine

Nov. 8, 2023. The American Postal Workers Union is shocked and saddened by the tragic and ongoing violence in Israel and Palestine. As working people, we stand with the oppressed and the innocent, thousands of whom have lost their lives in the last month.Read more here

 

The Great Postal Strike

Celebrating the courage of Postal Workers who dared to strike for true collective bargaining rights, better working conditions and fair pay.