February 20, 2018 - Bow, NH

A busy week in the State House, though a relatively quiet one when it comes to legislation of direct concern to AFT-NH.  In terms of actual legislation, the Senate passed SB 441, which requires school districts to create policies upholding the finality of grades assigned by teachers.  Except in limited cases (technical or clerical error), this would make teacher-assigned grades the final word, preventing administrators from altering grades of athletes or certain vociferous parents.  Consider it a rare recognition of the professionalism of our public school teachers! 

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Colleagues,

On February 14, 2018 AFT Healthcare President Debra Perry and Governor Hogan, along with our bargaining team, held a ceremonial signing ceremony for our contract at the Governor's office. See Photos!

On February 14, 2018, MPEC President Jerry Smith and the MPEC Bargaining team attended a ceremonial signing ceremony in the Governor's office.See Photos

UPDATE 2018-03-17: BCFPE members accepted the proposal by Ratification Vote of 67%. 

We’re facing a pivotal moment in our fight for justice. This month, the Supreme Court will hear Janus v. AFSCME Council 31—a case brought by corporate elites to further rig the rules against working people. We need your voice to be heard against these wealthy special interests.