Labor Wins

The agreement raises wages and gives Local 287 a stable foundation for future bargaining.

More than 8,000 IAFF members have gained bargaining rights in the last three years as fire fighters continue expanding workplace protections and organizing victories across Southern states.

A newly signed contract between Atlanta Local 134 and the city could help pave the way for other Georgia affiliates to secure collective bargaining rights and negotiate their first contracts. The agreement is being hailed as a major win for the entire southern labor movement.

Gary, IN Local 359’s long fight ends with a hard-won contract and more workplace protections.