CWA/AT&T SW Bargaining Report #25

The Union Bargaining Team met with the Company twice today. 

During our first session, the Company passed two package proposals that will impact many pieces of the collective bargaining agreement.

After a short recess, the Union passed our third counter proposal on general wage increases and an additional bump up front to Appendix J employees. Though we can’t get into specifics as it’s still very raw, we have continued to move the Company higher on wages as we get closer to expiration. 

The Union continued to work through many open proposals the Company has passed and reviewed them for accuracy before moving forward. 

This evening both parties met again in which the Company passed a counter on wages to the Union. There was improvement, and they did finally counter our initial bump for an Appendix J increase on top of the GWI increase the first year (previously they had rejected this twice)! With that being said, we do only have nine days to go till expiration and we still have a lot of work to do on wages. 

The good news for the day is all Locals reported back their strike authorization numbers today and 93.64% of our members have overwhelmingly given CWA the ability to strike if it deems necessary! 

These numbers send a clear and powerful message to AT&T SW that District 6 CWA members stand united and ready to take action if necessary! Our bargaining team now carries this mandate to the table, backed by the strength of our membership.

While a strike is always a last resort, this overwhelming show of solidarity reinforces our resolve to demand the fair wages, benefits, and job security that our members deserve. Now, more than ever, we must stay engaged, mobilized, and prepared for the next steps in this fight.

Procedurally, this vote does not mean we automatically go on strike. The CWA Executive Board must first vote to authorize a strike, and then our National President would determine and set the official strike date.

Our strike authorization vote is a powerful tool that strengthens our bargaining position, showing AT&T that we are united and ready to take action if necessary. Stay engaged and mobilized as we continue this fight for a fair contract!

Before we leave this report, we wanted to push out a Video message from CWA District 6 Vice-President, Derrick Osobase, the AT&T SW/CWA elected Bargaining Team, and Officers and Stewards from CWA 6132 who all participated in this video:

CWA District 6 - Have Our Backs

The Bargaining Team is scheduled to meet with the Company next on Thursday morning and a bargaining report will follow in the evening.

The Bargaining Team is scheduled to meet with the Company next on Wednesday morning and a bargaining report will follow in the evening. To stay updated on actions and mobilizations, text FIGHT to 49484. You can also fill out this quick form to get involved and receive the latest bargaining updates.  In addition, visit our website for CWA District 6 updates, resources, and ways you can take action! Stay in the loop and stay connected! Your support is crucial to the success of your future!

In Solidarity,
CWA/AT&T SW Bargaining Team

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