NFFE Local 919

12/23/2020

Legislation would stretch out the payments over a 12-month period instead of four months.

12/23/2020

Some new news on the repayment for the deferred taxes.

Legislation would stretch out the payments over a 12-month period instead of four months.

11/04/2020

Hello members. It’s that time of year again {open season for healthcare} We will be holding a Benfits review for a few days this month. Information is on the Flyers. This is the time to look at you Benfits such as dental accidental disability and eye care. It will be held at the union office and if your not able to stop by during the times listed an after hours appointment can be arranged. Debbie Nation Davenport

07/28/2020

https://www.unionplus.org

Union Plus benefits offered by the AFL-CIO's Union Privilege provides consumer savings, discounts, benefits, and education resources to active and retired labor union members.

07/10/2020

https://www.fedsmith.com/2020/07/09/not-yet-senators-say-federal-employees-shouldnt-return-work-their-offices/

Four Senators said that OMB and OPM are putting federal employees in jeopardy by asking them to return to work in their offices now.

06/29/2020

https://federalemployeeinsurancebenefits.com

When confronted by some of “life’s little accidents,” or the more unfortunate larger ones, everyone needs protection - and peace of mind. Whether you live alone or have a family, Disability Insurance assures that you are still able to take care of your responsibilities should you be injured or...

06/29/2020

https://mailchi.mp/848d35cac119/covid-disability-claims-information-4293069?e=c184be7cfb

03/31/2020

During this trying time I've been getting a lot of inquiries about our life insurance benefits.

There is no need to take a physical exam, this can be done WITHOUT any lab work to qualify!
Up to $1,000,000 of coverage, age 45
Up to $750,000 of coverage, age 55
Up to $500,000 of coverage, age 65
IMMEDIATE full benefit

Spouse insurance is available (in addition to Option C FEGLI)
Life insurance on children and even grandchildren!
Click to find out more about this new benefit
Click to find term insurance rates
Click to find out the right coverage amount for your family
Go here to find out the reasons why the NFFE has a better benefit than FEGLI!

We're making an effort for you to get you your member benefits easier than ever. Simply click on any of the links below to find out more about what the NFFE has provided for you.

Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Disability Benefits
Life Benefits
Retirement Benefits

Keep up to date with your benefits in future emails!
Always feel free to call David Quiett at (800) 339-0988, ext. 203

02/20/2020

https://nffe.org/press-release/nffe-president-erwin-implores-congress-to-pass-paid-parental-leave-for-federal-workers-in-2020-ndaa/

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brittany Holder Phone: 202-216-4424 Washington, D.C. – Today, the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) National President Randy Erwin joined members of…

01/29/2020

A Message from NFFE President reflecting on FY2019

NFFE-IAM National President Randy Erwin rings in the new year by recognizing some of NFFE-IAM's major accomplishments of 2019. Visit us: www.NFFE.org Like Us...

01/02/2020

Here is a rundown of the New Laws in 2020 for California.

* Under AB 1482, communities without rent control will now be covered by statewide rent control protections. Rent increases will be limited to 5 percent per year plus inflation and never more than 10 percent total. The state law won't apply to housing built within the last 15 years.

* Diapers are now tax-free.

* California became the first state to offer Medicaid coverage for low-income adults 19 to 25 years old regardless of immigration status under SB 104.

* Anyone prohibited from buying a firearm in another state will not be allowed to purchase a firearm in California.

* Anyone who owns a firearm that is taken out of the home by a child or ``prohibited person'' can be charged with a crime and be banned from owning a gun for 10 years under SB 172.

* AB 5 requires independent or contract workers to be considered employees and not independent workers if the employer controls the work, if the work is part of the company's core business, or if the employer directs the worker in their job.

* With SB 188, California becomes the first state to ban workplace and school discrimination based on a person's natural hairstyle or texture, including braids, twists and locks.

* Adoption fees for military veterans will be waived under SB 245. Under the law, shelters will confirm a veteran's eligibility using California's current veteran driver's license designation.

* SB 1249 bans the sale of cosmetic products with ingredients tested on animals after Jan. 1, 2020, but does not apply to products sold globally
where animal testing is required by law.

* AB 9 allows employees up to three years to file complaints of discrimination, harassment or retaliation with the Department of Fair Employment and Housing. Previously, employees had only had one year to file a complaint.

* SB 142 requires employers to provide clean and safe lactation rooms for breastfeeding mothers including access to a sink and refrigerator in close proximity to the employee's workspace. It also requires the room be free of intrusion and that employers offer mothers breaks specifically for nursing.

* SB 1343 requires workplaces with five or more employees to provide at least two hours of sexual harassment training within six months of being hired.

* SB 83 increases paid leave from six to eight weeks for people taking care of a seriously ill family member or to bond with a new child.