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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.
National Healthcare Call-In Day July 28
July 27, 2009
Union members across the nation will begin calling their U.S. representatives on Tuesday, July 28, to demand that the House pass comprehensive healthcare reform legislation, now!
FERS Sick-Leave Credit Removed from Senate Bill
July 24, 2009
The campaign to win sick-leave credit for workers who retire under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) suffered a blow July 23, when an amendment granting the benefit was withdrawn from the 2010 Defense Authorization bill.
APWU Seeks Quick Action on Healthcare Measure
July 16, 2009
APWU President William Burrus is asking union members to encourage their legislators to support healthcare reform bills adopted by key House and Senate committees July 14 and 15.
Postal Unions Seek White House Intervention
July 16, 2009
The presidents of the four major postal unions have asked the White House to address the “deepening crisis” facing the Postal Service, asserting that “the Obama administration must intervene now to avoid both a political and economic train wreck.”
House Committee Approves HR 22
July 10, 2009
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee unanimously approved H.R. 22 on July 10, clearing the way for consideration of the measure by the full House.