Dear OPEIU Members and Family:

Here is an update on recent developments regarding the OPEIU Free College Benefit, as well as introduction to an exciting opportunity for our union members and their families.

We understand there has been uncertainty surrounding the Free College Benefit for continuing students and are sad to say, due to a decision by the Department of Education, the benefit is no longer available to you and your family. While this may be disappointing news, we believe change often brings new and exciting opportunities.

Our new union college benefit option offers up to 50 percent discounted tuition rates and still applies to your federal grant awards to reduce your out-of-pocket costs even further.

OPEIU’s Discount College Benefit offers flexibility and numerous options for union members and their families to further their education. The program’s extensive network of colleges and universities is comprised of accredited institutions committed to providing discounted tuition rates to our union members and their families, ensuring accessibility and affordability for higher education. Whether you are interested in pursuing an associate, bachelor’s or master’s degree, or are seeking to enhance your professional skills with undergraduate or graduate certificates, the program has a comprehensive range of more than 50 online degree programs and certificate offerings.

OAKLAND, Calif. – Less than three months away from their contract expiration, tens of thousands of healthcare workers at Kaiser Permanente will hold pickets to protest the short staffing crisis and its effects on patients and caregivers. The pickets will take place at 50 facilities across California, Washington, Oregon, and Colorado, and will start July 24 and run through July 29.

After three years of the COVID pandemic and chronic understaffing, healthcare workers at Kaiser Permanente are calling on management to provide safe staffing levels. Caregivers say understaffed hospitals and clinics are unsafe and can lead to long wait times, mistaken diagnoses, and neglect, making it harder to give patients quality care.

Need an attorney? Have an estate planning question? Now is the perfect time to ensure your legal affairs are in order – and Union Plus makes it easy and affordable!

With premium legal services available through MetLife Legal, you’ll have instant access to engage a network of more than 18,000 qualified attorneys for many common legal matters, such as creating a will or estate planning support. 

These services and many more are available at a reduced monthly fee…exclusively available to union members and their families!

 

Union members – get exclusive discounts on car rentals when you answer the call of the open road this summer! Book now to save up to 35%* off Avis or Budget base rates.

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To Our OPEIU Family:

We hope you have a safe, relaxing and happy Fourth of July. As we celebrate this holiday with our loved ones, we're reminded of millions of our nonunion siblings working today — and the millions who have 0 days off in the world's wealthiest nation.

The power of a union contract makes the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness we celebrate today easier to access. As union members, let's strive to help spread the benefits of union membership to all working people.

In solidarity,
OPEIU

Dear members,

Please join us this Friday, June 30th at 4:30 pm EST for a webinar aimed to raise awareness about a legislation that could have significant implications for the rights and well-being of Latino/a workers in our community.

Florida Bill SB1718 poses significant challenges for Latino/a workers, potentially jeopardizing their rights, well-being, and access to essential protections. It is crucial to understand and address the specific impact this bill may have on the livelihoods and dignity of Latino/a workers in our community.
Speakers include prominent labor movement leaders, including Yanira Merino - LCLAA National President, Senator Victor Torres - Democratic Member of Florida Senate, Andrew Luybarsky- AFL-CIO Attorney, Shannon Lederer- AFL-CIO Director of Immigration Policy, Javier Almazan, Victor Sanchez, and Manuel Hartman - Presidents of LCLAA’s Florida Chapters.

Please share this invitation widely with your networks, especially those who are passionate about supporting Latino/a workers and their rights. Their participation will strengthen our collective voice and drive meaningful change. Together, let us stand up for the rights and well-being of Latino/a workers in the face of Florida Bill SB1718!

Yanira Merino

National President of LCLAA