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Champaign-Urbana Public Health employees forming union with …

WEBNearly 100 employees of the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) are coming together to form their union, CUPHD United, with the American …

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Will County employees return to work, ratify new contract

WEBLocal 1028 members walked off the job Nov. 18 after the county refused to agree to a contract that included fair wages and affordable health insurance costs. "Will …

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AFSCME offers roadmap to reopen Chicago’s closed mental health …

WEBJuly 28, 2023 AFSCME offers roadmap to reopen Chicago’s closed mental health clinics . Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s commitment to reopen the city’s previously closed …

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State Supreme Court says retiree health benefits are protected by

WEBJuly 03, 2014 State Supreme Court says retiree health benefits are protected by constitution. In a major victory for state of Illinois and state university retirees, the Illinois …

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR AFSCME MEMBERS IN …

WEBThe monthly premium paid by the employee for ‘employee only’ coverage is identical between OAP and HMO. For dependent coverage, the OAPs are similar to HMOs.

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Q&A: Health care for City of Chicago retirees

WEBSince the 1980s, affordable health insurance rates for City of Chicago retirees had been locked into place by what was known as the Korshak settlement.

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State employees ratify new union contract

WEBMembers of AFSCME—the largest union of public service workers in state government—have voted to ratify a new contract negotiated with the administration of …

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Push is on to improve Tier 2 pensions

WEBHB 4098 would accomplish several improvements to Tier 2. Those include adding a deferred retirement option, expanding pension buyouts, lowering the normal …

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Q&A: Medicare Advantage information for state and university …

WEBIn the first several months of the new plans this will be a possibility, as not all clinics and hospitals are aware of the new plan’s structure. United Health care: 1-888-223-1092, …

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AFSCME members ratify new contract in Cook County

WEBIn mid-September, the nearly 5,000 Cook County employees represented by 14 AFSCME local unions voted overwhelmingly to ratify a new contract, capping more …

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AFSCME helps change the law for Wexford CNAs

WEBIn the spring state legislative session, the AFSCME Council 31 lobbying team secured passage of a bill that helps certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in the …

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AFSCME challenges permit to close Singer MHC

WEBJuly 12, 2012 AFSCME challenges permit to close Singer MHC A public hearing was conducted on Aug. 6 by the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board on the …

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AFSCME grows ranks in pandemic

WEBGrowth is one of AFSCME Council 31’s most vital missions. It means bringing the rights and dignity that an AFSCME contract provides to as many workers as …

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Mental health center employees demand safe conditions

WEBAFSCME Local 2767 members at the McFarland Mental Health Center in Springfield were being repeatedly subjected to violent attacks by high-risk patients. Staff …

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Whiteside Co. health workers determined to win fair contract

WEBMay 30, 2023 Whiteside Co. health workers determined to win fair contract. When Northwestern Steel and Wire Company closed its Whiteside County steel mill in 1998, …

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Rally to save Chicago public health clinics

WEBJanuary 13, 2012 Rally to save Chicago public health clinics The budget enacted by the City Council in November could phase out nearly all of Chicago's public health services …

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Tier 2: Your questions answered

WEBA: If you were hired by any state or local government agency on or after Jan. 1, 2011, you are on a Tier 2 pension. This was the effective date of the law that was …

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CGH Medical Center broke state labor law, judge rules

WEBCGH Medical Center violated state labor law by posting on its website a letter from CEO Paul Steinke that instructed workers how to revoke their union membership. …

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PSP: Help when you need it

WEBAFSCME Council 31’s Personal Support Program (PSP) has helped tens of thousands of AFSCME members and their dependents thrive since it was created in …

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Local 1019 member’s startling discovery spurs new research

WEBFebruary 01, 2024 Local 1019 member’s startling discovery spurs new research. Dr. Meredith Mahoney, a zoologist at the Illinois State Museum in Springfield and a steward …

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