AFT-Oregon member Michael Dembrow Sworn in as State Senator
Congratulations to AFT-Oregon and Local 2277 (PCCFFAP) member Michael Dembrow, Oregon's newest state senator!
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2014 Call to Convention!
AFT-Oregon's 62nd annual convention is scheduled for April 4-6, 2014, in Sunriver. With delegates to elect, and resolutions and amendment proposals to approve for submission, it’s time to take action to make sure your Local is represented at the 2014 Convention.
Working America assisting all with ACA sign ups
Working America, a community affiliate of the AFL-CIO is helping those without insurance to navigate and sign up for new health plans under the Affordable Care Act. This service is available to all citizens, regardless of union affiliation.
Click HERE to download scholarship and awards forms!
Forms are available for one of three AFT-Oregon Scholarships, and to nominate an outstanding member, or community activist for an AFT-Oregon award. Deadline for submission is January 31, 2014. DOWNLOAD YOUR FORMS!
Oregon Labor Candidate School to host 3-part training in Eugene
After running a successful series of classes in Portland, the Oregon Labor Candidate School (OLCS) is branching out of the metro area to host a three-part training in Eugene, beginning in January. These sessions are for union members who are interested in running for public office.
Oregon needs people in leadership who can listen well, work effectively on a team, and advocate for the needs of working Oregonians, to shape policies that will impact our students, children, co-workers, and working families for years to come.
Reverse mortgages can pose a risk for seniors
Reverse mortgages have been on the rise in the past several years with the collapse of the real estate market. And while they seemed a valid option for senior citizens who were unable to sell their home, the pitfalls far outweigh the benefits, causing many seniors to default on their loans.
Voting Rights Project launched across nation
In the last legislative session, Oregon joined the national discussion about the student debt crisis. The Legislature passed a bill to have the Higher Education Coordinating Commission look into "Pay It Forward, Pay It Back," which would have Oregon's students attending college with no immediate cost, but paying for their education by remitting 3% of their salary to the state for the next 20 years.