Oregon/Washington Archives - Page 22 of 32

After his wife’s death, Robin Zimmerman campaigned in the Capitol to pass unpaid bereavement leave.

Tuition equity, backed by Oregon AFL-CIO, moved swiftly to the governor’s signature.

The 2014 measure would make public employee union dues strictly voluntary

Lawmakers authorize $450 million for I-5 Bridge Replacement.

A national poll shows union member support for immigration reform.

Grief for labor as Democratic turncoats turn the Washington state senate over to Republicans.

On the agenda: Columbia River Crossing, public sector union-busting, prevailing wage, and PERS.

Union support helped the incumbent Labor Commissioner win re-election.

Ken Allen, Michael Rose, Felisa Hagins and Ben Stange go before Senate for approval.

Top priority is governor’s race, but labor backs same-sex marriage and marijuana legalization too.