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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.

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

20 Sep, 2023

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.

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

01 Aug, 2023

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.

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

02 Jun, 2023

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 Denounces Governor Lombardo’s Veto of AB235

CARSON CITY — Today, Nevada State AFL-CIO Executive Secretary-Treasurer Susie Martinez released the following statement condemning Governor Lombardo’s veto of Assembly Bill 235, a piece of legislation would have ensured that workers who perform custom fabrication

02, Jun, 2023

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

24, May, 2023

Nevada State AFL-CIO Applauds Passage of AB214, Urges Governor Lombardo to Prioritize Safety of Transit Workers

CARSON CITY — Today, Nevada State AFL-CIO Executive Secretary-Treasurer Susie Martinez released the following statement following the legislature passing Assembly Bill 214, which would increase safety measures to protect both transit workers and passengers, as well as empow

24, May, 2023

Nevada State AFL-CIO Opposes Senator Dondero-Loop’s Bill to Repeal Protections for Hospitality Employees And Put Hotel Industry Profits Over Workers

CARSON CITY — This afternoon, Nevada State AFL-CIO Executive Secretary-Treasurer Susie Martinez testified in opposition to Senate Bill 441, spearheaded by Senator Marilyn Dondero-Loop.

11, Apr, 2023

Nevada State AFL-CIO and Affiliates Stand in Opposition to Assembly Majority Leader Sandra Jauregui’s Bill to Enact Nurse Licensure Compact

CARSON CITY — This afternoon, Nevada State AFL-CIO Executive Secretary-Treasurer Susie Martinez, SEIU 1107, National Nurses United/California Nurses Association and additional AFL-CIO affiliates testified in strong opposition to Assembly Bill 108, led by Assembly

07, Apr, 2023

Nevada State AFL-CIO Announces Support of SB426 to Implement Critical Rent Stabilization Measures

CARSON CITY — This afternoon, the Nevada State AFL-CIO Executive Secretary-Treasurer Susie Martinez testified in support of Senate Bill 426, which would require the Housing Division of the Department of Business and Industry to establish a maximum cost-of-living

07, Apr, 2023