The State didn’t see fit to compensate workers for the additional risks we took on during the COVID-19 pandemic. That wasn’t right. So, during the 2021 bargaining process our team negotiated contract language that gives qualifying workers additional compensation in…

We have a deal with management on a new contract! We have a deal with management on a new contract! This agreement represents a $150 million investment into the essential work we do, and a recognition of the respect we…

We had our most recent bargaining session with the State on June 10th. Our top priority for this week’s negotiations was getting a counter proposal from the State’s team on the new Electronic Visit Verification system requirement. The State is…

Wages Given the budget shortfall we are proud that we protected our wages from any cuts. All workers will receive a 15-cent increase on April 1, 2018. This will raise our base rate to $14.65/hr, one of the highest in…

Wages Given the budget shortfall we are proud that we protected our wages from any cuts. All workers will receive a 15-cent increase on April 1, 2018. This will raise our base rate to $14.65/hr, one of the highest in…

Our member-elected, member-run homecare bargaining team has made history by winning a path to $15 for over 20,000 Oregon Homecare workers! Workers’ current base wage of $13.75 will increase to $14.00 January 1, 2016 and then $14.50 February 1, 2017—and…

(Select your preferred language at the top of this page.) What’s in this issue:  Please Take Action On An Important Bill For Care Providers Don’t Be Fooled! That’s Not a Check or a Rebate!  Important Information About Paid Time Capture…

July 28 Cast Your E-Ballot on the Proposed Contract Voting is now open! This Monday, State members received their electronic ballots through email, and the votes are coming in. Voting to ratify a contract is one of the single most…

–SEIU is committed to creating a just society for all people. We recognize that not every member of our union can move through our communities without fearing for their lives. Last week our Union’s member-elected Board of Directors voted to…

Protecting hours, higher wages are top priorities for our next contract As we entered bargaining this year, our union surveyed members to determine the top priorities for our next contract. Thousands of homecare and personal support workers responded, highlighting the…