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

Labor Union Approval Hits 15-Year High

Approval of labor unions hit its highest level in 15 years, according to a survey released by Gallup.

The poll, whose results were announced today, shows that most Americans know unions remain the most effective vehicle for the power in numbers working people need to secure their rights and freedoms, as well as provide a pathway to the middle class. 

How the Koch Brothers Steal Your Pension

How The Koch Brothers Steal Your Pension

Time To End Open Season On Union Pensions

Retired State Employee and CSEA leader Mike O'Brien says it's time to stop the unfair, deceptive attacks on the rights of unionized public service workers.

In an editorial published by the Hartford Courant, O'Brien convincingly argues that attacking the pensions of current retirees is not only unconstitutional but an immoral idea to steal property from retirees.

Building Middle-Class Wealth Through Unions

A secure middle class depends not only on workers earning fair and stable incomes but also on their ability to sufficiently save for the future. When families live paycheck to paycheck, unexpected sickness or layoffs can spark years of compounding hardships. But when families can build up savings, they not only are able to prepare for such emergencies but also to plan to buy a home, send their children to college, start a business, or switch to a career better suited to their skills and needs, all of which help ensure an economically more secure future.