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2021 Regular Session and Special Session Analysis

We first want to thank all of our members who made calls and sent countless emails to elected officials, took to social media, participated in our press conferences and more to fight for our legislative priorities during the 2021 legislative session - We were able to secure many victories through

2021 Regular Session and Special Session Analysis

Union Members Lead the Fight to Invest in Our Country's Infrastructure

For decades, infrastructure in Minnesota has suffered from chronic underinvestment.

Union Members Lead the Fight to Invest in Our Country's Infrastructure

Public Statements

August 4, 2026: AFSCME Council 5 Strongly Condemns ICE–CoreCivic Contract to Reopen Appleton Private Prison

Public Statements

AFSCME Council 5 Calls on Lawmakers to Modernize Tax Code

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AFSCME Council 5 Calls on Lawmakers to Modernize Tax Code

Front Line Workers Say "Get Vaccinated"

Front line workers, those who can only conduct their work in-person, and all public employees have borne a signifcant share of the burden during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Front Line Workers Say "Get Vaccinated"