April 4, 2011
For the past several months, talks of a government shutdown have grown louder and louder as members of Congress have battled it out over legislation to fund the government for…
April 1, 2011
This year’s first edition of NFFE’s quarterly newsletter, the Federal Employee, is now available! What’s Inside: Federal Workers, Unions Defeat Republican’s Effort to Freeze Step Increases Divisive Legislation to Eliminate…
April 1, 2011
Access to education is a key component in building a strong union. NFFE-IAM members have access to an array of classes and opportunities at the IAMAW’s William W. Winpisinger Education…
March 29, 2011
For the past several months, talks of a government shutdown have grown louder and louder as members of Congress and the Administration have battled it out over legislation to fund…
March 25, 2011
In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire – and the success of American Labor in securing stronger occupational safety regulations – President Obama yesterday…
March 24, 2011
NFFE’s award-winning website, www.nffe.org, is an invaluable resource for members and potential members alike. The website is not solely an organizing tool, but the recruitment assistance it can provide should…
March 21, 2011
Last week, Senators Richard Burr (R-NC) and Tom Coburn (R-OK) introduced the Public-Private Employee Retirement Parity Act, S. 644, a bill to eliminate federal pensions for all new government hires…
March 18, 2011
Locals throughout the National Federation of Federal Employees put a great deal of effort into increasing Local awareness and building membership in 2010. After a successful reception honoring 2009’s best…
March 18, 2011
By a vote of 87-13, the Senate Thursday approved a shot-term spending measure that will fund the government for an additional three weeks. The bill will keep agencies operating through…
March 10, 2011
Last night, Wisconsin’s 19 Republican State Senator’s revealed their true intentions by passing a bill with an 18 to 1 vote that would strip collective bargaining rights from public sector…