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16 union-first candidates on November ballot chart a new path for Texas politics

TEXAS – Today, the Texas AFL-CIO released their list of 16 union-first candidates running for office in the November election.

16 union-first candidates on November ballot chart a new path for Texas politics

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

TEXAS – Today, the Texas AFL-CIO released the recipients of the 2026 scholarships awarded to affiliated union members and families. In total, the organization awarded $37,500 in both college and career-building scholarships.

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

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

AUSTIN, Texas – Today, the Texas AFL-CIO released the following statement on union leader Montserrat Garibay advancing to the general election in the race for Texas House District 49.

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

REPORT: Texas Workers’ Safety & Health in Danger Under Trump, Abbott Attacks

TEXAS – Today, on Workers Memorial Day, Texas workers are dying and being injured on the job after Donald Trump and Greg Abbott cut essential funding and staffing, directed resources away from a

REPORT: Texas Workers’ Safety & Health in Danger Under Trump, Abbott Attacks

Austin Central Labor Council May 26, 2026 Primary Runoff Election Endorsements

The Texas labor movement endorses the following pro-worker candidates for the 2026 Primary Runoff Election. 

Early voting for the primary runoff will be May 18-22, with Election Day on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Austin Central Labor Council May 26, 2026 Primary Runoff Election Endorsements