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Your Work During the Election Matters: A Message to Every Postal Worker
November 4, 2024
Dear Union Family, as we approach Election Day, I want to take a moment to remind you that if you have not voted, to please take time to do so before the polls close tomorrow. I also want to acknowledge the incredible dedication and effort each of...
Upcoming Proposed Flexible Spending Account Changes
October 30, 2024
The APWU was recently notified of the proposed change to the FSA (Flexible Spending Account) administrator. FSA is an important negotiated benefit as it allows employees to put aside “pre-tax” dollars for certain medical and dependent care expenses.
2020 Scholarship Deadline Extended to June 30, 2020
May 28, 2020
The deadline for the submission of applications for the E.C. Hallbeck academic scholarship ($8,000 over a four-year period), vocational scholarship ($3,000 over a three-year period) and Best Essay Award (one-time $2,000 towards four-year college...
Over 60 Labor Leaders Urge Congressional Leaders to #SaveThePostOffice
May 25, 2020
On May 11, over 60 Labor leaders sent a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, copying both the Postal Board of Governors and the Postmaster General, urging them support the United States Postal Service.
Standing Up for Safe Jobs During COVID-19
May 20, 2020
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
The past few months have been challenging for this country, especially for those of us considered essential front-line workers. Postal workers were...
Treasurer Responsibilities During COVID-19
May 20, 2020
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
Coronavirus is wreaking havoc on many aspects of our everyday lives and we are collectively adjusting to what appears to be our new norm. Not only will...
COVID-19 and EAP Services
May 20, 2020
(This article first appeared in the May/June 2020 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
During this crisis, stress and fear are becoming all too normal because none of us are sure whether we were exposed, if we are a carrier, or if we...