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Connecticut AFL-CIO Applauds Passage of Critical Pro-Worker Legislation in the State Senate

We thank the Senate for proudly and unapologetically standing with Connecticut's working families today by passing SB 8. Today’s vote is a critical step towards helping restore balance to collective bargaining.
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Connecticut AFL-CIO Applauds Passage of Critical Pro-Worker Legislation in the State Senate
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Connecticut AFL-CIO Responds to Lamont’s Veto Threat of UI for Striking Workers Legislation

Gov. Lamont has once again sided with corporate CEOs over the hardworking people of Connecticut.
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Connecticut AFL-CIO Responds to Lamont’s Veto Threat of UI for Striking Workers Legislation

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Greater Bristol Labor Federation Endorses Candidates for Mayor & City Council

Greater Bristol Labor Federation Endorses Candidates for Mayor & City Council

The Greater Bristol Labor Federation, the local labor coalition made up of public and private sector union members, released their list of endorsements for candidates running for Mayor and City Council in Bristol.
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Statement on Gov. Malloy’s Executive Order Reinforcing State’s Nondiscrimination Policies

Statement on Gov. Malloy’s Executive Order Reinforcing State’s Nondiscrimination Policies

The bottom line is that everyone, regardless of their gender or gender identity, should be able to serve our country.
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Statement on Senate Republican Proposal to Eliminate Collective Bargaining Rights

Statement on Senate Republican Proposal to Eliminate Collective Bargaining Rights

The Connecticut AFL-CIO, AFSCME Council 4, and AFT Connecticut made the following statements in response to the Senate Republican proposal to eliminate certain collective bargaining rights.
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Hartford Municipal Unions Announce Over $8 Million in Savings

Hartford Municipal Unions Announce Over $8 Million in Savings

Lori J. Pelletier, President of the Connecticut AFL-CIO, and Hartford municipal union leaders made the following statements in response to Mayor Bronin’s claim that Hartford workers have only made $1.5 million in concessions.
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Read More > Hartford Municipal Unions Announce Over $8 Million in Savings