CWA/AT&T SW Bargaining Report #27

The Union Bargaining Team met three times with AT&T today. During the morning session, the Union rejected a proposal that would have watered down the intent of the two hour notification committee. We also passed a counter proposal on benefits to continue to get the cost closer to where we want, and a counter on the Success Sharing Plan (SSP). The Company did not pass anything to us in the morning session.

We met a second time this afternoon and passed a counter on the annual general wage increases, as well as a push to increase the per diem in the core contract. 

The Company passed a counter on benefits in which they are holding on to their last Option 1 healthcare proposal which would force our members into higher monthly premiums. They did move annual pension deposits on all four years and we are close there. The biggest fight right now will be the Option 1 cost share percentage. We are currently off by 2% on where we want to be at. 

We met a third time this evening and the Company countered our wage proposal and we got a small bit closer to where we need to land, but not where we need to be overall.

While this Company is fighting us on a 2% difference on Healthcare Cost Share, pay attention to how many times you see AT&T while watching the Women & Men’s Final Four this weekend! They spent millions off our backs to plaster their name everywhere in Tampa & San Antonio. Many of you have given your whole adult lives to this Company. The Clock is Ticking………

As we go into the last seven days before expiration, the Union Bargaining Team needs you Fam! It’s time to push us over the top! Here’s a message from the Bargaining Team & CWA 6132:

We Are CWA!

The Bargaining Team is scheduled to meet with the Company next on Saturday 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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