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AFGE LOCAL 17 Holiday Party
Please join us for our annual AFGE LOCAL 17 Holiday Party!
Silo Break lunch and learn on Efficiency with Margaret Riley and Benton Komins
Please join Margaret Riley and AFGE Steward Benton Komins to share their efficiency tips with decision writing for Board attorneys.
AFGE Local 17 Launching a 'Rate My Supervisor' Website
AFGE Local 17 is preparing to launch a brand new website that will allow dues-paying members to anonymously rate their supervisor.
OPM Guidance on Administrative Leave to Vote
Federal employees may receive up to four hours of administrative leave to vote or serve as non-partisan poll workers or observers.
Employment Protections for Federal Whistleblowers
On October 25, 2022 Local 17 and Local 25 attended an informative lecture on Employment Protections for Federal Whistleblowers.
Not All COLAs Are Created Equal
COLA or Cost of Living Adjustments will receive a massive increase in 2023. However, not all retirees will receive the same percentage increase.
Everything You Thought You Knew About Federal Workers’ Pay is Wrong
Federal Workers pay is much less than that of their counterparts in the private sector.
Health Care Premiums Increasing 8.7% For Federal Employees
Health Care Premiums Increasing 8.7% for Federal Employees in 2023 due to increased use of health care services.
OPM Authorized More Paid Leave For COVID-19 Boosters
More Paid Leave has been authorized by OPM for COVID-19 Booster Shots.
Backlog Delays Due To VA Hiring Decisions
VA eliminated a long-standing requirement that Veterans Law Judges have several years of prior experience in Veteran benefits law.
Petition to Replace VA Chief Negotiator Kurt Martin
Kurt Martin must be replaced by a new VA Chief Negotiator who is committed to empowering workers and strengthening collective bargaining rights.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Webinar
The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is easier than ever to apply for, but that won't last long. Join this webinar to learn more.