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Membership Benefits
Membership in AFGE Local 17 comes with a number of benefits. Read this article to see some of the many perks that come with AFGE Membership.
Culmination of a Career - Joseph Hurlbert and the 988 Lifeline
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline was the culmination of a 7.5 year effort and the highlight of Joseph F. Hurlbert's amazing 50 year career.
Holding McDonough Accountable to Labor
Secretary McDonough is promoting many of the anti-union positions advanced under the prior administration. He needs to be held accountable to labor.
Efficiency Training for BVA Attorneys
Please join us for efficiency training this Thursday, July 28th at 1p.m. EST. Training will be conducted by VLJ John Crowley.
Hatch Act: Keep work discussions on abortion, guns, Jan. 6 nonpartisan
Federal Employees should keep the Hatch Act in mind when discussing various current events during working hours.
VA Child Care Subsidy Program
The VA Child Care Subsidy Program can provide financial help with child care expenses.
Bargaining Unit Employee Reinstated Because VA Management Violated the Employee’s Due Process Rights
A Local 17 Bargaining Unit Employee reinstated with backpay and restoration of other benefits because their due process rights were violated.
Happy 4th of July
In light of current events, the 4th of July takes on additional significance this year.
Pay Raise and Increased Gas Price Reimbursement on the Horizon
The appropriations bill was released on Thursday with a proposed federal employee pay raise and increased gas mileage allowance.
In Memory of Julie Stockton
In memory of Julie Stockton, a highly valued colleague. Our condolences to her family, friends and coworkers.
Updated Testing Guidance for VA Central Office (VACO) Employees
Updated COVID testing guidance has been released for VA Central Office Employees.
Reentry Plans for Bargaining Unit Employees at VA Central Office
Memorandum of Understanding regarding the return to the office by AFGE Local 17 bargaining unit employees working at VA Central Office.