We’re watching closely to see if the U.S. Senate begins its debate on health care this week. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) will unveil the Senate bill tonight and we could see the first vote to begin debate as early as Saturday. Read More>>

November Newsletter

Today at the Economic Policy Institute (EPI), AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka and other leaders joined together to call for urgent action to create jobs and rebuild the economy. In a live webcast panel discussion, the consensus was clear: Without quick action, an entire generation could be mired in economic turmoil. The nation can, and must, put people back to work—while addressing critical needs for the future of our communities. Read More>>

With successful passage of a historic health care reform bill this weekend, experts are weighing in on the benefits that the bill would bring to working families. Read More>>

HISD Board Workshop turns into firing squad aimed at Unions

Forming a Union - A Workers' Choice?

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The Harris County AFL-CIO Council is a local federation of labor representing over 45,000 members of 77 unions in Harris County - Houston Texas.  The mission of the Harris County AFL-CIO Council to improve the lives of working families—to bring economic justice to the workplace and social justice to our state and the nation.

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