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House Passes Bill to Eliminate the FERS Supplemental “Bridge” Payment
May 22, 2025
The House just passed H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” which eliminates the FERS supplemental bridge payment and funnels $4.5 trillion in tax cuts to the ultra-wealthy. Our fight now moves to the Senate.
Revealed: Musk Uses DOGE to Stifle Competition, Siphon Money into Own Pockets
May 20, 2025
Our tax dollars should be used to better our communities. But at the Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk is allocating funds to stifle market competition in areas that were once used to help his companies thrive. Read more:
Host Fundraiser Events and Involve The Membership
In addition to approved general treasury donations, many APWU organizations have also taken the initiative to host fundraising events to support APWU Support Our Troops programs. Such events have included auctions, picnics and barbeques, golf and...
Building a Successful Coalition
A coalition is an alliance of individuals or groups that join forces for a common purpose. Forming a coalition allows participants to combine their resources and become more powerful than if the individuals or groups acted alone.
Returning to the Union in a Non-Retiring Role
I am very pleased to have been appointed to the job of Retirees Director. I sincerely thank President Burrus for this opportunity, and I look forward to continuing the outstanding work of my predecessor, John R. Smith.
Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Training Is Part of DIE Job Description
A letter [PDF] from USPS to APWU President William Burrus rescinded a proposed change to the DIE position description that would have removed PIT training duties. (Includes accompanying documents.)
Recognizing Drug Abuse & Addiction
Drug abuse is a prevalent problem in our society. It involves the repeated and excessive use of chemical substances to achieve a certain effect. These substances may be “illicit” drugs, such as heroin or cocaine, or they can be prescription drugs,...