AFGE Local 2459 - Texarkana, Texas

06/18/2026

https://www.fedsmith.com/2026/06/18/national-security-federal-unions-ninth-circuit-mandate/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAShQSFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR7FZjpCIeIUdxZZd0jNFTg2yLIssGvFymcP_VNu_zHX_eY13kb3SKocZcZx6g_aem_ZKKgM7mff3_Kvfye-fP3Ow

The Ninth Circuit has barred en banc review and issued its mandate in AFGE v. Trump, foreclosing a key option federal unions were considering pursuing.

06/14/2026

OWCP Appeal class

June 24, 2026, 9:00am - 3:00pm EST

Free online DOL/OWCP Appeals – This class is limited to 50 members.

The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is pleased to announce an invaluable opportunity to deepen your understanding of the federal workers' compensation appeal process. On June 24, 2026, from 9:00am - 3:00pm EST, we will be hosting a comprehensive Department of Labor/Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (DOL/OWCP) Appeal class exclusively for AFGE members.

This class is designed to provide essential knowledge on effectively navigating and utilizing the appeal process for federal workers' compensation injury claims. As many federal employees' work-related injury cases are initially denied, this class will equip you with the necessary skills to file proper appeals, upload documentation, access your documents, and more. Understanding the appeal process is crucial to prevent delays and errors that could result in permanent denial of your case.



To sign up, please click on the link below. Remember, you need to be a member of AFGE with an AFGE Learning Lab account.

AFGE Learn link: https://afgelearn.org/group/767



Note: You need to be a member of AFGE with an AFGE Learning Lab account. To create an account for AFGE Learn, click the link below.
https://afgelearn.org/user/register



Thank you

Joe Mansour

Deputy Director of Workers Compensation

This class is designed to provide essential knowledge on effectively navigating and utilizing the appeal process for federal workers' compensation injury claims. As many federal employees' work-related injury cases are initially denied, this class will equip you with the necessary skills to file pro...

06/14/2026

https://federalnewsnetwork.com/congress/2026/06/hasc-challenges-trumps-eo-ending-bargaining-rights-for-dod-workers/

A new amendment would block implementation of President Donald Trump's executive order eliminating collective bargaining rights for DoD civilians.

06/12/2026

https://www.fedsmith.com/2026/06/12/could-federal-employees-soon-get-paid-fmla-leave/?fbclid=IwdGRjcASY_6BjbGNrBJj_kHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHqzrt1TB6z3zjcu5tS9k1O7uwxaqusK2DlHHVyeuO3mrFPtNsaP4sCII1Wx-

Federal employees can already take FMLA leave, but it's unpaid. New legislation would change that.

06/08/2026

06/06/2026

Has anyone been asked by HR to provide documentation to prove eligibility of health insurance for spouse or family member(s)?

06/05/2026

https://www.newsweek.com/trump-at-will-employment-order-gs15-federal-agencies-12033400?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwdGRjcASPvINjbGNrBI-7IWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHlHX9wi_HH8SV1YjOlXtNADYh4Rt2vdkveHD04Ymz5oq9GVsIerUJoBeVaZF_aem_4ZNAtSM76U7IGE-YmLdIsg =1780599522

Trump's order makes 8,000 senior federal jobs “at‑will,” stripping protections and reshaping key agencies.

05/28/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/1HTWNfT3qe/

OPM Proposes Standardized Nondisclosure Agreements (NDA’s) to Stem Unauthorized Leaks https://www.fedsmith.com/2026/05/26/opm-proposes-standardized-nondisclosure-agreements-to-stem-unauthorized-leaks

05/23/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/14hTvYvqxXc/

The agency calls the program an update to the Screening Partnership Program, in which 20 U.S. airports currently use private security screeners rather than federal workers.