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May 20, 2020
United at a Safe Distance
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Just about everyone is literally ‘worried sick’ with the health crisis hitting our country. Postal workers are no different,...
May 20, 2020
Vote By Mail – Defending the Right to Vote During a Pandemic
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) As we come to terms with the new reality that the COVID-19 crisis has created, many are wondering how this will impact the N...
May 20, 2020
We Are Essential
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) To the brothers and sisters of the MVS Division, along with the hundreds of thousands of postal workers who have selflessly...
May 20, 2020
Your Union in Action Fighting for COVID Health and Safety Measures
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) The American Postal Workers Union has been advocating for postal worker safety since the novel coronavirus and the illness i...
May 16, 2020
House Passes New Stimulus Bill- Postal Funding Included
On May 15th, the House of Representatives passed the fifth COVID-19 response package. The 1815 page Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act (H.R. 6800) provides some resources to lessen the...
May 13, 2020
Payment of Retroactive Pay Increases
Retroactive payments for the pay increases under the 2018-2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement, have been scheduled for pay period 18-2020, paycheck dated September 4, 2020 – barring any issues or unexpected systems chan...
May 7, 2020
On the Appointment of Louis DeJoy as the 75th Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service
Statement from Mark Dimondstein, President of the American Postal Workers Union, On the Appointment of Louis DeJoy as the 75th Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service
May 4, 2020
MVS Tell the OIG: What do you think about the new lift gates?
The USPS Office Inspector General (OIG) recently announced a solicitation for postal employee comments on the lift gates of the latest purchased Peterbilt 18’ and 24’ cargo trucks. On April 30, MVS Director Michael Foste...
May 1, 2020
May 1 is International Workers Day
May Day, the annual holiday recognizing the international working class, is celebrated today, May 1. The holiday originated in the 1880s, born out of the historic fight for the eight-hour day, centered in Chicago. May Da...
April 29, 2020
FMCSA Waives Regulations that Includes PVS CDL Holders in Response to COVID-19
Due to the COVID-19 national emergency, there is a high public need for transportation professionals. In response, the Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), recently announce...
April 29, 2020
New Poll Shows Two-Thirds of the Public Supports Stimulus Funding for the U.S. Postal Service, Only 15 Percent Oppose Added Funding
APWU/YouGov survey results show that voters would be less likely to back elected leaders who allow USPS to go broke this summer
April 29, 2020
President Dimondstein Appears on Democracy Now!
President Dimondstein Appeared on Democracy Now! today, speaking about the campaign to save the Postal Service
April 29, 2020
Tell Congress to Support the Public Postal Service in the Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package!
Talks in Congress are rapidly progressing regarding further stimulus legislation, and we need your assistance in educating members of Congress about the invaluable service postal workers provide, and the investments that...
April 24, 2020
How to Celebrate Workers Memorial Day During COVID-19
Workers Memorial Day is Tuesday, April 28, 2020. The day honors those who have died fighting for safer workplaces and better rights for all, and a day to recommitment ourselves to the fight for safe jobs. In our APWU tra...
April 24, 2020
Reponse to President Trump’s remarks today that he will block coronavirus aid for the U.S. Postal Service
President Trump’s shameful comments today that the Postal Service “is a joke” and that USPS “should raise package prices four to five times” current levels is no laughing matter to the American people.
April 23, 2020
APWU Responds to Washington Post Expose of White House Plot to Destroy the Public Postal Service
“It’s a power grab to destroy the public Postal Service. Shame on them,” responded APWU President Mark Dimondstein to shocking reports from the Washington Post that the Trump Administration is attempting to use the coron...
April 21, 2020
Stand Up for Safe Jobs This Workers Memorial Day
The number one priority of all levels of the APWU leadership during the current coronavirus crisis has been the health and safety of postal workers, our families, and that of the postal public. As part of our work to kee...
April 16, 2020
Due to Covid Pandemic, the National Executive Board Votes to Postpone 25th Biennial National Convention
After much thought and consideration for the safety of our Local and State delegates, national officers, families, guests and friends, and the ability to have a democratic and fully participatory convention, the National...
April 16, 2020
Mourning Postal Workers Lost in COVID-19 Pandemic
“The APWU extends our deepest sympathies to the families of our members who have lost loved ones during this terrible crisis,” said APWU President Mark Dimondstein. “The APWU family grieves as one.” We also hope for the...
April 16, 2020
Postal Service is Highest Rated Federal Agency – Again
As the heroic role of postal workers in the midst of a pandemic grabs headlines (MSNBC, Boston Globe, NY Times), the Postal Service has taken one more accolade – it is once again the public’s highest rated federal agency...
April 15, 2020
President Dimondstein Calls for Urgent Funding of USPS on MSNBC
On April 13, President Dimondstein appeared on Craig Melvin Reports: Coronavirus Pandemic on MSNBC, which aired in more than 1.5 million homes. Dimondstein saluted postal workers for their heroic dedication to their publ...
April 11, 2020
Safe removal of disposable gloves
After using disposable safety gloves, it is important to know how to remove them properly and safely.
April 10, 2020
Date Announced for PSE Conversions
The Postal Service has informed the APWU of the date that Postal Support Employees (PSEs) who have been employed in 125 workyear or larger offices for more than 2.5 years (30 months) will be converted to career status.
April 9, 2020
Employees to See Pay Raise
Under the new 2018 – 2021 National Agreement, employees will receive four retroactive pay raises. The current rates went into effect on February 29, 2020 and will be reflected for the first time in earnings for Pay Perio...
April 9, 2020
NPR: The Postal Service Is Suffering Amid The Coronavirus
President Dimondstein appeared on NPR's All Things Considered to talk about the funding crisis that the Postal Service if facing. "Just think about: In this pandemic, information is going into people's homes on health. M...
April 3, 2020
“I want to take a moment to thank you” – Oregon Senator Jeffrey Merkley
On March 27, Oregon Senator Jeffrey Merkley issued a letter of commendation and appreciation to the members of the APWU stating, “I want to take a moment to thank you for your efforts keeping the mail moving and our comm...
April 2, 2020
Families First Coronavirus Recovery Act
The Families First Coronavirus Recovery Act (FFCRA) extends to postal employees some additional leave benefits due to the Coronavirus and the illness it causes--COVID-19. APWU represented employees, both career and non-c...
March 28, 2020
Stimulus Bill Passes Congress but the Fight Continues
“It’s outrageous that the stimulus bill passed by Congress doesn’t include any financial support for the USPS,” said President Mark Dimondstein. “Including needed funds to provide for the safety of workers and the mailin...
March 27, 2020
New Pay Scales Available
The 2018-2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement interest arbitration award, issued March 10, 2020, granted three general wage increases and retained Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs).
March 26, 2020
New Retail Directive to District Managers and Postmasters
This pdf includes additional directives to district managers and postmasters. Specifically dealing with retail units. It addresses social distancing, dealing with the hazmat question, increased cleaning frequencies, AN...