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An Update on the Social Security Fairness Act
July 31, 2024
The APWU has never stopped fighting to pass the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82, S. 597).
Preventing Hearing Loss at Work and Home
July 31, 2024
Hearing protection is especially important for APWU members given the diverse and noisy work environments we encounter. The Industrial Relations Department is committed to ensuring that we keep you informed about hearing hazards and the precautions...
Royal Mail Customer Speaks Out Against Privatization, Backs Staples Boycott
September 15, 2015
While leafletting in front of the Staples location at 1500 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Stop Staples protesters ran into Jane Caplan, who was visiting from Oxford, England.
APWU Goes to Court Over Service Standards
September 15, 2015
The APWU filed a brief in D.C. Circuit Court on Sept. 14 against the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC), arguing that USPS service standards must be “legally enforceable.” In 2013, the union filed a complaint with the commission asserting that the...
Exemption Sought by Subcontractors Jeopardizes Road Safety
September 14, 2015
Private subcontractors that haul mail for the U.S. Postal Service are seeking an
exemption from federal safety rules that prohibit commerical drivers from
operating a truck after more than 14 hours on duty following a 10-hour break.
Do we even need...
Do You ‘Stand with Postal Workers?’ Part Two
September 9, 2015
Did you sign the postcard yet?
Thousands have already taken the pledge. Check out this video sequel to find out why!
Do You 'Stand With Postal Workers?' Part Two
Posted by APWU - The American Postal Workers Union on Wednesday, September 9,...
e-Team Report, Sept. 8, 2015
September 8, 2015
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has recently issued a string of positive rulings that will strengthen employee protections and unions' abilities to advocate for workers.