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The Nebraska Association of Public Employees (AFSCME Local 61) is the union that proudly represents over 8,000 government workers throughout the State of Nebraska.

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We’re United to Protect Public Services in 2026

In November, we launched our “We Are Nebraska: Protect Public Services” campaign in...

District Court Judge Rules in Favor of Probationary Union Members

When a new state employee is hired, they serve an initial probationary period...

Richardson County Citizens Attend Road Workers Contract Forum, CIR Trial Set for January 8

Sixteen NAPE/AFSCME union members who work for the Richardson County Roads Department have...

Fremont Social Services Worker Prevails in Overtime Grievance

NAPE/AFSCME member Melissa Rector has worked for DHHS in Fremont as a Social...

Kearney DHHS Member Successfully Enforces Flex Time and Overtime Contract Provisions

NAPE/AFSCME member Jennifer Carper, a 29-year veteran Social Services Worker with DHHS in...

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