32BJ CONGRATULATES GOV. CUOMO ON SIGNING INTO LAW PROTECTIONS FOR NEW YORKERS FROM EXCESS HOSPITAL CHARGES
The following statement can be attributed to Kyle Bragg, president of 32BJ SEIU: “Our 32BJ members congratulate Governor Cuomo for signing into law Senate Bill 3171/Assembly Bill 264B, which closes an important loophole in the landmark 2014 law addressing surprise bills, and helps protect New Yorkers from having to pay outrageous, unplanned and unexpected […]
JFK WORKERS RETURN TO WORK AFTER STRIKE
Eulen airport workers are back to work after a 24-hour strike. NEW YORK, N.Y. – On Tuesday morning, union members walked Eulen American workers at JFK Airport back into work after the culmination of their 24-hour strike. The group of union members wanted to ensure workers returned with no incident or further violation of their […]
Statements by 32BJ SEIU President Kyle Bragg and New York City Council Member Donovan Richards
A statement from Kyle Bragg, President of 32BJ SEIU, the airport workers’ union, in response to news reports that the de Blasio administration is suing American Airlines, charging sick day retaliation. “We are heartened by the actions of Mayor de Blasio’s administration, to sue American Airlines for the egregious violation of New York City’s paid […]
32BJ STATEMENT ON NY STATE LAW TO PROTECT IMMIGRANT WORKERS FROM HARASSMENT
Versión en español a seguir The following statement can be attributed to Kyle Bragg, President of 32BJ SEIU: “At a time when we are seeing relentless attempts from the White House to terrorize immigrant families and hinder their everyday lives, we applaud Governor Cuomo for signing into law legislation that protects immigrant workers against unscrupulous […]
32BJ Statement on the Non-Indictment in the Eric Garner Case
The following statement can be attributed to Kyle Bragg, president of 32BJ SEIU, the largest property service union in the country. New York, NY – We are deeply disappointed with the Department of Justice’s decision not to bring federal charges against officer Pantaleo in the murder of Eric Garner. As a union that represents […]
32BJ Statement on NY Assembly Vote 86-47 Passing “Green Light NY” Bill to Provide Drivers’ Licenses to All New Yorkers
Versión en español a seguir The following statement may be attributed to Héctor Figueroa, President 32BJ SEIU: “We applaud the passage of ‘Green Light NY’, a law that ensures all drivers in the state are trained, licensed, and insured. This is good for everyone, and would make New York roads safer for all — and […]
Thousands of Cleaners in New York City Commemorate Historic Fight for Janitors
Justice for Janitors events across the country highlight and support struggle of low-wage workers to improve their lives. New York – Thousands of 32BJ SEIU commercial office cleaners in New York and along the East Coast — from Stamford, Connecticut to Washington, D.C. – rallied today to commemorate a key moment in the historic Justice for […]
32BJ: PROUD TO ENDORSE MELINDA KATZ FOR QUEENS DISTRICT ATTORNEY
The following statement can be attributed to Hector Figueroa, President of 32BJ SEIU, the largest property service union in the country. “32BJ is proud to join the diverse base of local elected officials, other labor unions and community groups throughout Queens in our endorsement of Melinda Katz in her campaign for District Attorney. Not only does Borough President Katz deeply […]
BFC Hires Responsible Contractor at Residential Buildings in NYC
The following statement may be attributed to Kyle Bragg, Secretary Treasurer of 32BJ SEIU: “32BJ was pleased to hear the news that BFC quickly addressed the wage theft issue at Jupiter 21 by firing its irresponsible contractor, Elite Investigations, which stole nearly $95,000 from its building service workers. It is also encouraging to hear that […]
32BJ: The Loss of Amazon Headquarters Is a Lost Opportunity for NYC
The following statement can be attributed to Hector Figueroa, president of 32BJ SEIU, the largest property service union in the country. The news that Amazon has decided to cancel its plans to build its second headquarters in New York City is a disappointing development for working people in our city. This is a lost opportunity […]