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Union Members Set Contract Negotiations Priorities at Summit

From July 31-August 2, sixty-five NAPE/AFSCME union members gathered in Lincoln to set...

172 New Members Joined Our Union During 4,000 Forward Week

NAPE/AFSCME welcomed 172 state employees as new members of our union during 4,000...

Union Members Unite to Protect Public Services Amid State Budget Crisis

On July 8, 2026, the Governor issued a memo to all state agency...

Volunteer Member Organizers Help Strengthen Our Union

During July, NAPE/AFSCME Volunteer Member Organizers (VMOs) visited more than 30 worksites across...

Meet Your 2027-2029 Contract Negotiations Teams

The NAPE/AFSCME Board of Directors appointed members to our contract negotiations teams at...

Lawmakers Hold Hearing On Whitehall Facility & YRTCs

When the Nebraska Legislature considered a bill this past legislative session that would...

District Court Orders Supplemental Briefs in Remote Work Case

In April, the Nebraska Supreme Court ruled that the terms and conditions of...

Scottsbluff Leadership Training – August 29 & 30

Do you want to become a leader in your workplace, get more involved...

Labor Day Celebration & Negotiations Kickoff – Tuesday, September 8

All union members, family, friends, and supporters are invited to join us for...

Grab A Goodie Bag During 4,000 Forward Week: July 20-24

July 20-24 is NAPE/AFSCME 4,000 Forward Week! Our Volunteer Member Organizers will visit...

Members to Gather For Contract Negotiations Summit July 31-August 2

From July 31-August 2, NAPE/AFSCME union members will gather in Lincoln for our...

Columbus Lead Social Service Workers Wins Pay Raise in Successful Grievance

When NAPE/AFSCME member Chris Kava received an unsatisfactory performance evaluation he was shocked....

Pay Raises Begin July 1 – Check July 22 Payroll for Accuracy

The final year of our current collective bargaining agreement with the State of...

Corrections Member Enforces Contract to Win Denied Insurance Benefit

NAPE/AFSCME member Adam Schmidt proudly served our country for over 15 years, and...

State of Nebraska Contract Negotiations Survey – Provide Your Input by July 13

NAPE/AFSCME union members are preparing for contract negotiations with the State of Nebraska...

Members Sharpen Leadership Skills in Omaha, Next Training in Scottsbluff August 29-30

Union members who attended our summer Leadership Training in Omaha in June sharpened...

Lexington Union Stewards Help Grow Membership at DHHS Customer Service Center

The majority of employees at the DHHS Lexington Customer Service Center are proud...

District Court Judge Rules Against Members in Callback Pay Dispute, NAPE to Appeal

In June 2026, a Lancaster County District Court judge ruled that two NAPE/AFSCME...

Union Members Share Negotiations Priorities at Town Hall Meetings

Are you ready to share your priorities for our next union contract? Our...

Contract Negotiations Summit July 31-August 2 Open to All Union Members

It’s time to make your voice heard for your next contract, and this...

Corrections Nurse Stands Up for Her Rights in Body Scanner Victory

NAPE/AFSCME member Holly Talkington is proud of the services she provides to Nebraskans...

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