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OHSU Researchers Saved My Life

As some of you know, last year I was diagnosed with stage four lymphoma. I was very scared and was not sure what would happen.

How we are fighting for better pay, better wages, better workplaces.

Oregon AFSCME members aren’t afraid to make their voices heard. Last month, AFSCME members like you from across the state, stood up and spoke out for themselves and each other. 

OHSU Postdoctoral Researchers Announce Impasse After Bargaining Stalls

PORTLAND, OR - Postdoctoral researchers represented by Oregon AFSCME at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) have announced an impasse following OHSU’s failure to produc

Oregon AFSCME Local 3295 never quits!

Oregon State Hospital members spent time with representative Charlie Conrad to speak about what it means to be an employee at OSH, from the unique challeges to the way employees prove to be heros everyday. Deputy District Attorney of Lane County, Christopher Parosa, was also in attendance to hear these stories. 

Interested in getting more involved? Reach out to your coucil rep or local president!

2023 Legislative Session

Legislative Session 2023

Federal funding to help vulnerable Americans in danger of getting cut

Federal money for programs and services that help millions of vulnerable Americans and employ many AFSCME members could be in jeopardy next year.

AFSCME is teaming up with allies to fight drastic cuts proposed by right-wing lawmakers. More draconian proposals are likely if Donald Trump is elected president in November and his allies seize control of Congress.

Letter of Agreement - CNI/SI July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025

Hello, please see the attached PDF for the Critical Need and Shift Incentive LOA in effect from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.

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New legislation would be transformational for public service workers nationwide

As labor unions gain in popularity, workers’ rights remain under threat. But while private sector workers have the right to form unions under federal law, public service workers lack that same guarantee.

HB 4045 Public Safety Workforce Stabilization Act

Summary: HB4045 adds the “hazardous” category to PERS for 911 operators as well as Oregon State Hospital employees that work directly with patients who are members of Tier 3, Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

 

  1. What is the normal retirement age for a member of the pension program who retires from service as a person in a hazardous position?

    1. General Service employees:

Over 2,000 OHSU Research Workers File for Union Representation With Oregon AFSCME

PORTLAND, Ore. – Citing job security and OHSU’s long term plans for supporting research, a strong majority of the over 2,000 eligible biomedical research workers at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU submitted union authorization cards with the Oregon Employment Relations Board (ERB) on Friday, April 26th.

Coming Soon To A Hospital Near You, Enhanced Healthcare Language Access for Oregonians!

In a significant step towards ensuring equitable healthcare access for all Oregonians, Governor Kotek has signed SB 1578 into law. This legislation will establish a statewide portal that enables individuals on state-funded healthcare plans to seamlessly access certified health care interpreters.