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

On Tuesday, September 1, the University System of Maryland agreed to stop withholding negotiated raises from its employees.

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

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

The entire AFSCME Maryland family congratulates President Moran on his election as our national union’s next president. For the last 14 years, President Moran has led our council with integrity and care, and he is an organizer through and through.

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

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AFSCME Maryland releases inaugural 2026 State of Our State Services Report
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AFSCME Maryland releases inaugural 2026 State of Our State Services Report

This digital report includes an overview of the main issues facing state employees and state services, recommendations to address each issue, and results from a member survey from June.

AFSCME Maryland releases inaugural 2026 State of Our State Services Report

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Workers at Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) Announce Their Intent to Organize a Union
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Workers at Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) Announce Their Intent to Organize a Union

Baltimore – On Thursday, July 23, members of BARCS Workers United (BWU) successfully filed for recognition of their union. If recognized, the union will represent nearly 70 adoptions counselors, animal care attendants, cat foster coordinators,

Workers at Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) Announce Their Intent to Organize a Union