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11 Aug, 2026

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Back to School: Texas AFL-CIO Announces $37.5K Awarded for College & Career-Building Scholarships in 2026

27 May, 2026

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Union Leader Montserrat Garibay Advances to General Election for Texas House District 49

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

Starbucks workers in 60-plus cities are on strike for a fair contract! Baristas at corporate stores are fighting for better pay, fair scheduling and respect on the job. We stand in solidarity with Starbucks workers.

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Texas AFL-CIO 2025 Constitutional Convention

30 Jun, 2025

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10 Resolutions Passed by Delegates at the 2025 Texas AFL-CIO Constitutional Convention

During the 2025 Constitutional Convention in San Antonio, TX, the following resolutions were passed unanimously by delegates on Saturday, June 28, 2025.

10 Resolutions Passed by Delegates at the 2025 Texas AFL-CIO Constitutional Convention

11 Jun, 2025

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Texas Labor Unions Stand in Solidarity with Texas Immigrants

TEXAS – Today, the Texas AFL-CIO releases the following statement in solidarity with the Texas immigrant community ahead of planned, peaceful protests across the state.

Texas Labor Unions Stand in Solidarity with Texas Immigrants

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02 Jun, 2025

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Wins & Losses for Workers: Texas AFL-CIO Reflects on 89th Legislative Session

TEXAS – Today, the Texas AFL-CIO releases the following statement on Sine Die, the last day of the 89th Legislative Session.

Wins & Losses for Workers: Texas AFL-CIO Reflects on 89th Legislative Session

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19 May, 2025

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The Good, Bad, & Ugly: 25 Labor-related bills to watch at the end of the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

We fight for a fair shot for Texas workers, and we expect our lawmakers to as well. Here are the good, bad, and ugly bills still making their way through the Texas Legislature during the 89th session.

The Good, Bad, & Ugly: 25 Labor-related bills to watch at the end of the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

Rick Levy & Cheryl Eliano during the town hall

09 Apr, 2025

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Texas Federal Workers & Members of Congress Sound the Alarm during Virtual Town Hall

TEXAS – On Tuesday evening, the Texas AFL-CIO, American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), federal workers, and Texas members of Congress hosted a virtual town hall to call out

Texas Federal Workers & Members of Congress Sound the Alarm during Virtual Town Hall

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

10 Resolutions Passed by Delegates at the 2025 Texas AFL-CIO Constitutional Convention

Texas Labor Unions Stand in Solidarity with Texas Immigrants

Wins & Losses for Workers: Texas AFL-CIO Reflects on 89th Legislative Session

The Good, Bad, & Ugly: 25 Labor-related bills to watch at the end of the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

Texas Federal Workers & Members of Congress Sound the Alarm during Virtual Town Hall

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'9 to 5': The Working People Weekly List - Aug 31

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: New Jersey Juice and Sauce Producers Win Powerful New Contract - Aug 28

Worker Wins: You've Got To Try Something Different - Aug 27

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Chicago History Museum Workers Ratify First Contract - Aug 27

Never Quit: What Working People Are Doing This Week - Aug 26

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: JTRAN Workers Ratify Contract with MV Transportation - Aug 26

With You, It’s Better In A Union! In the States Roundup - Aug 25

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Contra Costa County Nurses Overwhelmingly Ratify New Contract - Aug 25

Strong and United: The Working People Weekly List - Aug 24

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: IAM Local S6 Members at Bath Iron Works Ratify Historic 5-Year Labor Agreement - Aug 24

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PETITION: Solidarity with Starbucks Workers

10 Resolutions Passed by Delegates at the 2025 Texas AFL-CIO Constitutional Convention

Texas Labor Unions Stand in Solidarity with Texas Immigrants

Wins & Losses for Workers: Texas AFL-CIO Reflects on 89th Legislative Session

The Good, Bad, & Ugly: 25 Labor-related bills to watch at the end of the 2025 Texas Legislative Session

Texas Federal Workers & Members of Congress Sound the Alarm during Virtual Town Hall

AFL-CIO News Feed

'9 to 5': The Working People Weekly List - Aug 31

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: New Jersey Juice and Sauce Producers Win Powerful New Contract - Aug 28

Worker Wins: You've Got To Try Something Different - Aug 27

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Chicago History Museum Workers Ratify First Contract - Aug 27

Never Quit: What Working People Are Doing This Week - Aug 26

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: JTRAN Workers Ratify Contract with MV Transportation - Aug 26

With You, It’s Better In A Union! In the States Roundup - Aug 25

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Contra Costa County Nurses Overwhelmingly Ratify New Contract - Aug 25

Strong and United: The Working People Weekly List - Aug 24

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: IAM Local S6 Members at Bath Iron Works Ratify Historic 5-Year Labor Agreement - Aug 24