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Improving Investment in Civil Service Workforce: Pay Raise & Union Operations
The Biden Administration pushes for increased investment in civil service workforce with 2.7 percent pay raise and lifting union restrictions.
In Memory of Royal Brockenton
In memory of Royal Brockenton, a highly valued colleague. Our condolences to his family, friends and coworkers.
Special Interest to Board Attorney Union Members
On Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 10am, the Supreme Court will hear oral argument in the George v. McDonough lawsuit.
Bar Dues Reimbursement at the Board of Veterans' Appeals
Latest information about the Bar Dues Reimbursement at the Board of Veterans' Appeals.
BREAKING NEWS AT THE BOARD OF VETERANS APPEALS
Today, President Biden announced his intent to nominate Jamie Areizaga-Soto nominee for the Chair of the Board of Veterans' Appeals, Department of Veterans Affairs.
Arbitrator Rules in Favor of AFGE Local 17
Arbitrator Pye rules in favor of AFGE Local 17 on the matter of arbitrability. See the finding.
A Message From the Secretary Regarding COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Litigation
A message from Secretary Denis McDonough Regarding COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Litigation.
Proud to Serve Veterans! Save My VA!
Let’s rally together in support of and in solidarity with our sisters and brothers in the VA as we fight to Save My VA!
AFGE Local 17 March 2022 Membership Meeting Zoom Call
Our next membership meeting will be held this Thursday, March 24, from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. via Zoom Call.
VA Calling Employees Back to The Office, But Not Full Time
VA Deputy Secretary Donald Remy outlines VA's plan to bring employees back to the office.
Board of Veterans' Appeals Funding Increases
The Board of Veterans' Appeals received a large increase in funding with the House passage of the $1.5 trillion omnibus spending bill.
Protecting VA Employees Act (H.R. 6682)
The Protecting VA Employees Act would effectively take two portions of the 2017 VA Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act off the books.