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Sep. 03, 2026

Workers at BARCS Overwhelmingly Vote to Form Their Union with AFSCME Maryland

Sep. 02, 2026

University System of Maryland (USM) agrees to pay out raises to staff after pressure from union and Governor

Aug. 25, 2026

AFSCME Maryland Elects New President to Lead Statewide Union

Aug. 20, 2026

Statement Regarding AFSCME Maryland Council 3 President Patrick Moran Being Elected as AFSCME International President

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AFSCME Maryland stewards after a training in the Central Region

AFSCME Maryland stewards after a training in the Central Region

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AFSCME Maryland represents over 55,000 workers across Maryland, and together, we are fighting for the raises we deserve, the safe staffing levels and workplace rights we need, and quality public services for our communities.

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AFSCME National Updates

Detroit Historical Society workers win their union with AFSCME

October 6, 2026
Workers at the Detroit Historical Society win their union with AFSCME.
New Mexico police department workers gear up for first contract talks

October 5, 2026
Police officers and other workers at the Village of Bosque Farms Police Department are gearing up for their first contract talks after joining AFSCME.
At Western Michigan University, a master gardener nurtures his entire community

October 2, 2026
David Prellwitz, a master gardener at Western Michigan University, is our latest Never Quit winner.
Big win for federal workers: Policy of conducting layoffs during government shutdowns withdrawn thanks to settlement

October 1, 2026
AFSCME members who work in federal agencies have struck a blow against mass layoffs during government shutdowns.
Podcast chronicles career of AFSCME President Emeritus Lee Saunders

September 29, 2026
A new podcast chronicles AFSCME President Emeritus Lee Saunders’ career.

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