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Through political advocacy and leadership, the Nevada State AFL-CIO works to improve the lives, opportunities, and working conditions of Nevada's working men and women. We represent more than 150,000 union members and their families across the state.

For media inquiries, contact the Nevada State AFL-CIO at chernandez@nvaflcio.com.

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The Nevada State AFL-CIO Announces Enthusiasm for Brightline West After Senator Jacky Rosen Secures Federal Funding

The Nevada State AFL-CIO Announces Enthusiasm for Brightline West After Senator Jacky Rosen Secures Federal Funding

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The Nevada State AFL-CIO Announces Enthusiasm for Brightline West After Senator Jacky Rosen Secures Federal Funding
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Statement from Executive Secretary-Treasurer Susie Martinez Regarding Brandished Firearm

Susie Martinez, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Nevada State AFL-CIO, issues the following statement concerning an alarming incident where a man brandished a firearm against a UA Local 525 member on the picket line: 

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Statement from Executive Secretary-Treasurer Susie Martinez Regarding Brandished Firearm

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Nevada State AFL-CIO pickets the Las Vegas Strip in Solidarity with Culinary Union as Employees Continue to Work Under Expired Contract

Las Vegas, NV – Today, the Nevada State AFL-CIO rallied with Culinary Union Local 226 at the Paris Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip in support of their workers who are currently undergoing challenging negotiations with Strip resorts.

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Nevada State AFL-CIO Thanks SEIU 1107’s Grace Vergara-Mactal for 27 Years of Service

Las Vegas, NV – Today, SEIU 1107 Executive Director Grace Vergara-Mactal announced her retirement effective September 30, 2023 after an incredible three-decade career. SEIU 1107 Chief of Staff, Sam Shaw, will assume the duties of the Executive Director. 

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Nevada State AFL-CIO Announces Athletics as Title Sponsor of 67th Constitutional Convention

LAS VEGAS —  Today, the Nevada State AFL-CIO announced the Athletics as the Title Sponsor of its 67th Constitutional Convention, being held on August 13, 14 and 15 at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno.

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Nevada State AFL-CIO, SMART Nevada Condemn Governor Lombardo’s Veto of AB456

CARSON CITY —  Today, the Nevada State AFL-CIO and SMART Nevada condemned Governor Lombardo’s veto of Assembly Bill 456, which would have increased protections for rail workers and regulated the length of freight trains that are run on Nevada’s railroads:

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Nevada State AFL-CIO Calls on Governor Lombardo to Sign AB456 Into Law to Keep Rail Workers and Communities Safe

CARSON CITY —  Today, the Nevada State AFL-CIO applauded the legislature’s passage of Assembly Bill 456, which would increase protections for rail workers and regulate the length of freight trains that are run on Nevada’s railroads, and urged Governor Lombardo to

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