Cleaners, union, community to speak in support of the ‘Better Jobs Act’
Hartford, CT – Today, Connecticut cleaners, union leaders and supporters will speak in support of Raised Bill No 6877—the “Better Jobs Act,” which would ensure that building service workers of large buildings are employed in shifts of no less than 30 hours a week. The consequences of over-relying on part-time workers in building industry has […]
32BJ Files Class Action Grievance Against Hamilton Sundstrand’s Contractor
Hartford, CT – 32BJ members and laid-off workers were joined by elected officials and community activists in a rally to demand that Hamilton Sundstrand, one of the world’s largest suppliers of advanced aerospace and defense technology hire responsible contractors. On March 28 32BJ filed a class action grievance against SBM Site Services LLC, the contractor […]
A Higher Minimum Wage in CT Will Help Workers Climb Out of Poverty
Hartford, CT – “Connecticut Governor Dannel P. Malloy and the progressive majority of Connecticut´s legislature should be praised for lifting the state minimum wage to $10.10 an hour. A higher minimum wage will help thousands of working men and women climb out of poverty, boosting their buying power and putting more dollars into local businesses,” […]
32BJ SEIU Congratulates New Haven Mayor-elect Toni Harp
New Haven – The following statement can be attributed to Juan Hernandez, Connecticut District Director of 32BJ SEIU: “The members of 32BJ extend our warmest congratulations to Toni Harp. Her hard-fought victory shows that voters respond to a consistent record of fighting for working families. We are confident that as Mayor of New Haven, she will […]
New Haven Public School Cleaners Secure Raises and Benefits
New Haven – 162 New Haven public school cleaners yesterday reached a tentative two-year agreement with GCA Services Group yesterday that includes wage increases, healthcare coverage, paid sick days and vacation time. “The benefits and wage increases we were able to secure will help our communities prosper,” said Juan Hernandez, 32BJ SEIU Connecticut District Director. “The […]
Victory For 32BJ-Endorsed Candidates In New Haven A Hopeful Sign For A Progressive Future
HARTFORD – The primary election of 32BJ SEIU-backed candidate Toni Harp for Mayor of New Haven as well as several aldermanic candidates, is a hopeful sign for a progressive future in New Haven, 32BJ members said tonight. “As State Senator, Toni Harp has stood with us time and time again,” said Juan Hernandez, 32BJ’s Connecticut […]
New Haven School Cleaners To Aldermen: Don’t Allow Public Money To Fund Unfair Wage System
NEW HAVEN — Public school cleaners in New Haven tonight asked the Board of Aldermen to support them in their fight for fair wages. “Unlike custodians who work for the city, our employer has not provided us with any raises, healthcare, sick days or retirement benefits,” cleaner Arnold Hunter told the board. “We’re doing the […]
After Historic Immigration Vote, 32BJ Ready To Keep The Pressure On Elected Officials
Hartford, CT— “Last November, our country spoke loud and clear that we voted and we voted for immigration reform,” said Kurt Westby, 32BJ Vice-president and CT Director. “Today, The US Senate is echoing the country’s sentiment with the passage of a compromise bill that will fix our broken immigration system and help strengthen our economy. […]
Dozens in Stamford to Rally in Support of a Path to Citizenship
Stamford – In celebration of Flag Day, 32BJ members, immigrant workers and their supporters will rally outside the Stamford Government Center tomorrow to thank Connecticut’s congressional delegation for their continuous support of immigration reform. 32BJ members will also unveil a handmade flag of the United States to echo the immigration reform movement’s call for an accessible […]
State House Vote Passes TRUST Act Unanimously
Hartford— The State House today voted unanimously to take a step toward greater trust between Connecticut’s immigrant communities and local law enforcement, advancing the Transparency and Responsibility Using State Tools (TRUST) Act to the Senate floor. The TRUST Act would set a standard implementation of the federal Secure Communities program by all state agencies, allowing […]