Michigan Legislative Labor Caucus

This morning members of the Michigan Legislative Labor Caucus and a coalition of labor voices took to the streets to stand in support of the United Six — a group of electricians formerly employed by United Electric Contractors.

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Right-to-Work (for less), collective bargaining restrictions, bad trade deals – Michigan’s unions have been hit hard in recent years. That’s why we need the new Labor Caucus “Putting ” bill package to protect collective bargaining.

Labor Caucus Unveils Legislative Package That Puts Workers First Bicameral, 34-bill package aims to restore organizing, collective bargaining and workers’ rights LANSING, Mich., Feb. 15, 2022 — The Michigan Labor Caucus held a press conference today to unveil its plan to put Michigan workers first by restoring organizing, collective bargaining and workers’ ...

Rep. Terry Sabo Statement on the Passing of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka

MUSKEGON, Mich. — Rep. Terry Sabo (D-Muskegon), Chairman of the Michigan Legislative Labor Caucus, released the following statement in response to yesterday’s news of the passing of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka:

“I am incredibly saddened to hear of the unexpected passing of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka,” said Rep. Sabo. “Rich was a lifelong advocate for working people, devoting his life to keeping workers safe, ensuring fair compensation and benefits for their hard work, and protecting our democracy. His leadership in our movement was intense, inspirational, and will be sorely missed by all of us.

“Working people and working families are the backbone of America, and Rich knew that because he was one of us. His lifetime of honorable service to the labor movement should serve as motivation to every union member, activist, and pro-union legislator that together, we can continue his work of creating an equitable and just economy and society for all Americans. On behalf of the Michigan Legislative Labor Caucus, I’d like to thank Rich for that lifetime of service and make the promise that we will continue that service in solidarity with our union brothers and sisters in his memory.”

State Rep. Terry J. Sabo is serving his third term representing Michigan’s 92nd House District, which includes the cities of Muskegon, Muskegon Heights and North Muskegon along with the townships of Muskegon, Laketon, Fruitland and Whitehall. Rep. Sabo currently serves on the House Appropriations Committee and its subcommittees on Transportation, Corrections and General Government – where he serves as the minority vice chair. Rep. Sabo also serves as the minority vice chair of the House Workforce, Trades, and Talent Committee and as chair of the Michigan Legislative Labor Caucus.

On this day in labor history: 1938, Congress passes first Minimum Wage Act.