Legislative Resources 2016
Here is your source for information and action in the 2016 Legislative sessions!
Lobby Night in Annapolis 2016
Over a hundred members of the unions that make up AFT-Maryland took to Annapolis to engage their elected representatives. Lobby Night as it is called gave members and activists an opportunity to extend their voices directly to the people that they elected. Nearly all of the locals that make up AFT-Maryland were represented and union members did not hesitate to ask Delegates and State Senators tough questions.
Precinct Caucuses
Precinct Caucuses
Friedrichs v California Teachers Association
A MUST WATCH!
A summary of the Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association Supreme Court case and the damage it will do to public employee unions.
Scan Alerts
Recently, some phone scams have surfaced targeting seniors. In one the caller identifies themselves as an IRS agent. Remember—the IRS never calls, they communicate by mail. Never give out social security numbers or bank information even if the caller is using IRS ID numbers and official sounding titles. If you get a call like this, hang up and call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-8477. All calls are kept anonymous.
Member Engagement Meeting
Members from the Maryland Professional Employees Council and AFT-Maryland staff met with a goal of developing ways to strengthen the union and increase membership and activism. The group discussed various ideas and exchanged best practices. Many of the suggestions have been effective in rallying and activating members.
MHFT Newsletter -- February 8, 2016
Welcome back, Gemma!
We are happy to report that Gemma is back in the office full time this semester. Joining her as office staff are Lori Shoemaker, Andrea Kusanovich, and Terri Eves-Knudsen, who are released part time, and remain in the classroom (or library) part time.
Reasons We Don’t Want a NYS Constitutional Convention in 2017
Joan Perini of NYSUT has written a letter to all NYSUT member about the proposal for a New York State Constitutional Convention and what it would mean to NYSUT members. She states:
AFT-WV Legislative Update: 2-19-16
Get the latest news from the Capitol with AFT-WV's Legislative Update for Feb. 19th.
