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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...
A Growing Workplace Danger
November 1, 2017
(This article first appeared in the November-December 2017 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
By Industrial Relations Director Vance Zimmerman
In 2001, Anthrax-laden letters were sent through the mail sickening 22 Americans, including...
Communication Is the Key
November 1, 2017
(This article first appeared in the Nov-Dec 2017 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine)
By Secretary-Treasurer Liz Powell
In most local unions, the primary means of communicating with the membership is at the general union meeting. However...
Post Office Dedicated in Memory of APWU Member & Activist
October 31, 2017
On Sunday, Oct. 22, the South Shore Annex Post Office – located at 3031 Veterans Road West, Staten Island, NY – was renamed and dedicated in memory of Leonard “Lenny” Montalto.
2018 Contract Campaign Slogan Contest Winner Announced!
October 30, 2017
After the 2018 Contract Campaign Slogan Contest was announced in the middle of August, slogans came pouring into headquarters with over 1,500 members taking action. Concern for the future, unity, respect and support for the union’s general...