Council 65 — Representing Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota

AFSCME Council 65 believes that every person working to sustain their community deserves respect. AFSCME is one of the leading advocates for working women and men in Minnesota.

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Filling out a Paid Family Leave Document. Photo Credit: Andrey Popov/ Getty Image

30 years of the Family and Medical Leave Act: much to celebrate, much more to do

In January 1993, Joann Mapp shared a powerful message on a conference call with newly elected President Bill Clinton.

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Image of Martin Luther King Jr. giving a speech in Washington, DC.

It’s Up to Us: Labor Carrying the King Legacy Forward

The following is adapted from remarks delivered by President Saunders at the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor’s Martin Luther King Day Breakfast on January 14, 2023.

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AFSCME supports bill that would further expand and improve loan forgiveness program

Thanks to efforts by the Biden administration and AFSCME, many public service workers,

AFSCME Council 65 represents 14,000 workers in Minnesota and South Dakota with more than 300 separate Local Unions. Council 65 Members are employed by cities, counties and school districts, health care facilities and non-profit organizations.

National AFSCME News

30 years of the Family and Medical Leave Act: much to celebrate, much more to do
The Family and Medical Leave Act is turning 30 years old. But our country still lacks a national paid leave policy. — Feb 3
Growing membership key to securing record raises for Nebraska state employees
Securing raises of 10%-27% for Nebraska’s state workers was made possible by NAPE’s membership growth. — Feb 1
Beef up — don’t bludgeon — the IRS
The new House leadership wants to cut much-needed funding for the IRS. Why? — Jan 31
Legislation would give Walters Art Museum employees collective bargaining rights
Legislation filed in the Maryland legislature would allow Walters Art Museum workers to form a union. — Jan 27
HGEA members fight for – and win – hazard pay for COVID-era work
HGEA makes a difference for employees of the County of Maui. The union fought for – and won – hazard pay for over 1,300 workers. — Jan 26

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Council 65 - Representing Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota

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30 years of the Family and Medical Leave Act: much to celebrate, much more to do

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The Fight for School Workers

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It’s Up to Us: Labor Carrying the King Legacy Forward

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AFSCME supports bill that would further expand and improve loan forgiveness program

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ST CLOUD, MN 56301

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