News of Interest

Neutral Arbitrator Rules in Favor of State Employees in Pandemic Pay Arbitration

Since the very first day of Governor Lamont’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” emergency declaration, essential on-site state workers risked their lives and the liv

Pandemic Pay Update for SEBAC Members

SEBAC leadership has continued to advocate for pandemic hero pay that will recognize our state members’ sacrifices throughout COVID-19 and the critical ro

SEBAC Mourns the Loss of State Representative Quentin “Q” Williams, Fellow Union Brother

This morning, we woke to the devastating news of the passing of State Representative Quentin “Q” Williams, a SEBAC friend and ally who never hesitated to

Vaccine Information for Residents 65+

We know that you have questions about Governor Lamont’s recent announcement that residents over the age of 65 would be included in 1b rollout.  While SEBAC does not have a role in our member’s vaccine scheduling, we wanted to compile all of the information to help get you the facts. 

Vaccine Information for School Staff & Childcare Providers

General Vaccine Information:

Vaccine Eligibility for Education and Childcare Professionals and Staff – CT State Website

Latest Information on the COVID-19 Vaccine – CT State Website

COVID Vaccination Promotional Resources – CT State Website

COVID-19 Vaccine - What YOU Should Know!

BASIC VACCINE INFORMATION

What phase is registering? Am I eligible?

Administration Missing Opportunity For Genuine Front Line State Worker Input

The Lamont administration has hired an outside consultant (Boston Consulting Group) to determine how the state can best generate revenues and cut costs. In the process, the administration is not simply bypassing SEBAC coalition but also missing the opportunity for genuine front line worker input on protecting and expanding public services. 

Workers for Justice Coalition Launches 2nd 'Tax the Rich' Ad Buy

Tax the Rich Part II

COALITION OF LABOR UNIONS LAUNCHES SECOND AD URGING A PEOPLE’S RECOVERY

 Digital and TV spots highlight widening wage and wealth inequality during pandemic

New Q&A on State Employee Open Enrollment Plan Choices

The open enrollment for state employees usually takes place in July of each year and is effective July 1. The COVID-19 pandemic, however, delayed open enrollment until September, with changes effective on October 1, 2020.

The document below has been prepared by leaders and staff of the State Employee Bargaining Agent Coalition. It is designed to provide questions and answers on the open enrollment process and your medical and prescription plan choices and more.

If you have questions, please reach out to the leadership of your SEBAC bargaining unit.

State Unions Coalition Lauds Gov. Lamont’s Action to Protect Frontline Essential Workers

HARTFORD - The State Employees Bargaining Agent Coalition (SEBAC) today issued the following statement on Governor Ned Lamont’s executive order providing workers who contracted COVID-19 on the job with presumed worker’s compensation coverage: 

Reminding Politicians That Union Members Already "Saved the State Billions"

The news media last week thrust state employees' contractual benefits into the spotlight following Governor Ned Lamont's public remarks at his daily COVD-19 (novel coronavirus) briefing. His comments further renewed attempts by Republican legislators to push for unlawfully breaking collective bargaining agreements.