Ensuring Fairness for Striking Workers in Massachusetts!
Striking is a Powerful Tool – But It Comes at a Cost • Going on strike is a powerful tool for workers to demand fair pay, safer conditions, and dignity on the job, benefiting not only union members but all workers and communities. • The decision to strike is difficult, … Read more
Executive Order Strips Collective Bargaining from Federal Workers
Executive Order Strips Collective Bargaining from Federal Workers On Thursday, March 27, President Trump issued an executive order that would eliminate the right to collectively bargain for nearly a million federal workers. While the Administration claims this action is necessary for national security, the order fails to address actual security concerns.Background The … Read more
Fed up and taking action
The government can work for billionaires or it can work for working people—but not both. So when Elon Musk created his own unaccountable pseudo-government department, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), to fire federal workers and jeopardize the programs working people rely on, we launched our own “Department of People of … Read more
Worker Power Prevails!
“Right-to-Work” Rejected in New Hampshire. Over the past month, Steelworkers across District 4 tweeted, rallied, testified, displayed bat light signals, and wrote their Representatives to oppose “Right-to-Work”. These actions showed unwavering solidarity and sent a clear message that workers’ rights will not be undermined. On February 13, 2025, New Hampshire … Read more
FITNESS REIMBURSEMENT BENEFIT – DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS MARCH 31, 2025
Save up to $150! Don’t miss out on the chance to get up to $150 for fitness-related expenses this year! The deadline to submit your reimbursement claim is March 31, 2025.VIEW FACT SHEET Did you know you can get reimbursed up to $150 per calendar year for fitness-related expenses? Whether you’re … Read more
You Have the Power to Defeat Right-to-Work in New Hampshire!
You Have the Power to Defeat Right-to-Work in New Hampshire! Last week, we shared important information about House Bill 238-FN, the latest attempt to pass a “Right-to-Work” law in New Hampshire. Now, it’s time to take action. On January 22, 2025, the New Hampshire House Labor Committee will hold a public … Read more
Social Security Benefits Restored For Public Employees!
Social Security Benefits Restored for Public Employees!On Sunday, January 5, 2025, President Biden signed H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act into law. In November, H.R. 82 passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 327 to 75. Later in December, thanks to action made by all of you, the … Read more
Latest on WEP/GPO Repeal
Latest on WEP/GPO Repeal We are closed for the Holidays The Mass Retirees office is closed between Christmas and New Years. We will reopen on Thursday, January 2nd. If you are a member of Mass Retirees and have an urgent issue that must be addressed prior to January 2nd, please call the appropriate staff member at the … Read more
Good news – the new equity law will benefit this group of people with these needs
The Social Security Fairness Act seeks to end reductions caused by WEP and GPO provisions by Raquel 12/26/2024 10:30 in FINANCE Government pensions provide significant retirement benefits, but they can also have drawbacks. A pension from a job not covered by Social Security could lower a person’s benefits by several hundred dollars monthly. This … Read more