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National Nurses United endorses Mike McGuire for California's 1st District
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Jan. 14 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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National Nurses United endorses Mike McGuire for California's 1st District
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National Nurses United (NNU), the largest union of registered nurses in the United States with more than 225,000 members, today announced its endorsement of Mike McGuire for California's 1st Congressional District. As the democratic leader of the California Senate, McGuire has proven that he is ready to take on corporate interests and improve the lives of working people.
"While in the state legislature,
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Jan. 14 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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National Nurses United endorses Mike McGuire for California's 1st District
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National Nurses United (NNU), the largest union of registered nurses in the United States with more than 225,000 members, today announced its endorsement of Mike McGuire for California's 1st Congressional District. As the democratic leader of the California Senate, McGuire has proven that he is ready to take on corporate interests and improve the lives of working people.
"While in the state legislature,Sen. McGuire has fought tirelessly for guaranteed health care, climate and job protections, and safe and affordable housing," said NNU President Mary Turner, RN. "From day one in the legislature, he has always been a friend of nurses and understands what it will take to truly transform our health care system. Mike will center nurses' values in Congress, and we look forward to working with him to improve the lives of our patients."
"I am deeply honored to earn the support of National Nurses United," said McGuire. "Nurses are on the front lines every day, caring for our families and advocating for their patients. In Congress, I will continue fighting to keep rural hospitals open and thriving, fighting for Medicare for All, improving the Affordable Care Act, and ensuring that California's health care system works for everyone-not just those who can afford it."
NNU supports candidates who are committed to nurses' values, including safe patient staffing in all hospitals across the country, protecting the rights of workers to organize, and guaranteeing health care to everyone. In a recent Gallup poll, nurses were voted the most trusted profession in the United States for the 24th consecutive year. NNU looks forward to helping elect Mike McGuire and working closely with him in Congress on the important issues that affect registered nurses, our patients, and our communities.
National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the United States with more than 225,000 members nationwide. NNU affiliates include California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee, DC Nurses Association, Michigan Nurses Association, Minnesota Nurses Association, and New York State Nurses Association.
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Original text here: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/national-nurses-united-endorses-mike-mcguire-for-californias-1st-district
NNU celebrates reinstatement of NIOSH staff
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Jan. 14 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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NNU celebrates reinstatement of NIOSH staff
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National Nurses United (NNU), the largest union of registered nurses in the United States with more than 225,000 members, released the following statement in response to the Department of Health and Human Services' reinstatement of National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) staff:
"Nurses celebrate the reinstatement of hundreds of NIOSH staff, who conduct essential programs and research to protect occupational
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Jan. 14 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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NNU celebrates reinstatement of NIOSH staff
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National Nurses United (NNU), the largest union of registered nurses in the United States with more than 225,000 members, released the following statement in response to the Department of Health and Human Services' reinstatement of National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) staff:
"Nurses celebrate the reinstatement of hundreds of NIOSH staff, who conduct essential programs and research to protect occupationalhealth and safety for workers. It is a testament to registered nurses' powerful advocacy as the most trusted profession in America and dedicated pushback by the public.
"Since the Trump administration made these dangerous cuts in April 2025, nurses have led the campaign to hold the federal government accountable for keeping hospitals safe for patients and workers. With petitions, countless calls into Congress, and sign-on letters that brought together hundreds of public health advocates, as well as a congressional briefing and congressional letters led by Rep. Greg Landsman, our union made an undeniable case that reinstating NIOSH staff was an urgent matter.
For more than 50 years, NIOSH has been an essential resource for workers across the United States to help ensure their health and safety at a variety of essential workplaces. Among many other vital services, NIOSH inspects and certifies respirators like N95s and other personal protective equipment that save the lives of countless nurses and health care workers in hospitals every day. This essential equipment is critical during this year's deadly flu season.
"This victory belongs to the advocacy of union nurses, our partners, and our patients, but our elected leaders must finish cleaning up the mess they created. It is essential for the administration and Congress to take all steps to ensure that NIOSH can continue its mission to protect America's workers, including fully funding NIOSH through the appropriations process, fully and permanently reinstating all NIOSH staff, and ensuring that appropriated funds are spent by NIOSH to fulfill its mission established by Congress."
National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the United States with more than 225,000 members nationwide. NNU affiliates include California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee, DC Nurses Association, Michigan Nurses Association, Minnesota Nurses Association, and New York State Nurses Association.
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Original text here: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/nnu-celebrates-reinstatement-of-niosh-staff
NCUA announces four new deregulation proposals
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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NCUA announces four new deregulation proposals
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The NCUA announced the third round of proposed regulatory changes as part of its Deregulation Project. One proposal would remove 12 CFR 701.31, which relates to nondiscrimination requirements. While this would result in no change to credit unions' compliance obligations, the removal would lessen any potential confusion as 701.31 has not kept pace with current laws.
Additional proposals would eliminate Interpretive Ruling and Policy
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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NCUA announces four new deregulation proposals
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The NCUA announced the third round of proposed regulatory changes as part of its Deregulation Project. One proposal would remove 12 CFR 701.31, which relates to nondiscrimination requirements. While this would result in no change to credit unions' compliance obligations, the removal would lessen any potential confusion as 701.31 has not kept pace with current laws.
Additional proposals would eliminate Interpretive Ruling and PolicyStatements (IRPS):
* IRPS 11-2, related to federal corporate credit union chartering, which would reduce the regulatory burden by limiting the sources that federal credit unions (FCUs) must check when chartering a new corporate credit union; and
* IRPS 08-2, related to service to underserved areas, and IRPS 10-1, related to community chartering policies. Both proposed changes would remove a redundant standard listed in multiple areas and ease compliance burdens by limiting the number of sources that FCUs must check to ensure compliance with applicable chartering and FOM requirements.
Read the full announcement (https://ncua.gov/newsroom/press-release/2026/ncua-announces-third-round-deregulation-proposals)
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Original text here: https://www.americascreditunions.org/news-media/news/ncua-announces-four-new-deregulation-proposals
Inflation remained steady in December
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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Inflation remained steady in December
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The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.3% on a seasonally adjusted basis in December, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Tuesday. Over the last 12 months, the all-items index increased 2.7% before seasonal adjustment.
" with year-over-year headline and core prices unchanged from November," said Dawit Kebede, America's Credit Unions senior economist. "Commodity prices were flat, suggesting only mild tariff
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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Inflation remained steady in December
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The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.3% on a seasonally adjusted basis in December, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Tuesday. Over the last 12 months, the all-items index increased 2.7% before seasonal adjustment.
" with year-over-year headline and core prices unchanged from November," said Dawit Kebede, America's Credit Unions senior economist. "Commodity prices were flat, suggesting only mild tariffpass-through to consumers. Core services excluding shelter came in tame, indicating moderation in service prices. While inflation remains above the Federal Reserve's 2% target, a softening labor market is expected to exert downward pressure on prices, with further moderation through 2026. Stabilizing inflation and improved outlook for 2026 is encouraging news for credit union members, even as grocery and housing costs remain elevated."
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Original text here: https://www.americascreditunions.org/news-media/news/inflation-remained-steady-december
Equity President Brooke Shields Applauds Governor Hochul's Initiative to Invest in Theatre Spaces
NEW YORK, Jan. 14 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Actors Equity Association issued the following news release:
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Equity President Brooke Shields Applauds Governor Hochul's Initiative to Invest in Theatre Spaces
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New York -Actors' Equity Association, the national labor union representing more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers in live theatre, issued the following statement about New York Governor Kathy Hochul's new program entitled Saving Performing Arts and Cultural Experiences (NY SPACE). NY SPACE will provide funding for nonprofit performing arts organizations to acquire
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NEW YORK, Jan. 14 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Actors Equity Association issued the following news release:
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Equity President Brooke Shields Applauds Governor Hochul's Initiative to Invest in Theatre Spaces
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New York -Actors' Equity Association, the national labor union representing more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers in live theatre, issued the following statement about New York Governor Kathy Hochul's new program entitled Saving Performing Arts and Cultural Experiences (NY SPACE). NY SPACE will provide funding for nonprofit performing arts organizations to acquirepermanent venues, including theaters.
"NY SPACE is a visionary program that recognizes the importance of the live arts all across New York State," said Brooke Shields, president of Actors' Equity Association. "For our members, it means greater job opportunities as more employers know they can keep their lights on. For the communities where these theatres operate, this is both a cultural enrichment and a financial investment; the average non-profit arts event attendee spends $38.46 in the local economy beyond tickets on their evening out. Furthermore, when employers can put down roots in a physical space, they can invest in those spaces, making for safer workplaces for our members. Thank you to Governor Hochul for this act of leadership. We look forward to seeing this initiative in full swing."
ACTORS' EQUITY ASSOCIATION, founded in 1913, is the U.S. labor union that represents more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers. Equity endeavors to advance the careers of its members by negotiating wages, improving working conditions and providing a wide range of benefits (health and pension included). Member: AFL-CIO, FIA. www.actorsequity.org #EquityWorks
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Original text here: https://www.actorsequity.org/news/PR/2026/01/14/equity-president-brooke-shields-applauds-governor-hochul-s-initiative-to-invest-in-theatre-spaces
South Florida nurses ratify new union contracts at three HSA hospitals
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Jan. 14 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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South Florida nurses ratify new union contracts at three HSA hospitals
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Registered nurses at three South Florida hospitals owned by Healthcare Systems of America (HSA) voted overwhelmingly in favor of ratifying new union contracts this week, winning protections to improve patient safety and nurse retention. The new contracts are for nurses at three facilities: Florida Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, and Coral Gables Hospital in Coral
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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Jan. 14 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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South Florida nurses ratify new union contracts at three HSA hospitals
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Registered nurses at three South Florida hospitals owned by Healthcare Systems of America (HSA) voted overwhelmingly in favor of ratifying new union contracts this week, winning protections to improve patient safety and nurse retention. The new contracts are for nurses at three facilities: Florida Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, and Coral Gables Hospital in CoralGables.
Nurses represented by National Nurses Organizing Committee/National Nurses United (NNOC/NNU), the country's largest nurses union, had been prepared to strike last week at all three hospitals, but the strike was called off as a deal was reached.
"This contract is full of wins for nurses and our patients," said Lazaro Garcia, RN in the critical care unit at Palmetto General Hospital. "We showed management we were prepared to strike to reach a deal, and now, we have the deal done and a contract that will continue to improve our hospitals."
Highlights of the contract include:
* Nurses won an enhanced protection that will reduce unsafe staffing in critical care units.
* Safety committee work expanded, bringing more direct nurse involvement into conversations about patient safety.
* New improved language protecting nurses who speak out for patient safety.
* Economic gains that will make it possible to recruit and retain more nurses, including minimum across-the-board raises of 12.25% over the term of the contract with pay retroactive to Oct. 1, 2025.
"When we stand together, we win," said Leroy Desance, RN in the intensive care unit at Coral Gables Hospital. "HSA wants to try to continue the same practices that Steward was using, but our new contract proves things can get better when people work together."
The new contracts cover the period from Jan. 13, 2026, to Jan. 13, 2029. NNOC/NNU represents more than 1,000 nurses combined at the three South Florida HSA hospitals.
National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the United States with more than 225,000 members nationwide. NNU affiliates include California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee, DC Nurses Association, Michigan Nurses Association, Minnesota Nurses Association, and New York State Nurses Association.
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Original text here: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/south-florida-nurses-ratify-new-union-contracts-at-three-hsa-hospitals
Senators introduce bipartisan credit union loan maturity bill
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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Senators introduce bipartisan credit union loan maturity bill
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A bipartisan bill to increase federal credit union loan maturities was introduced Tuesday by Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., and Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., and has America's Credit Unions' and leagues' support.
Specifically, it would amend the Federal Credit Union Act to extend loan maturity limits up to 20 years for most loans, remove the primary residence requirement for mortgages, and give the NCUA board authority
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news:
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Senators introduce bipartisan credit union loan maturity bill
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A bipartisan bill to increase federal credit union loan maturities was introduced Tuesday by Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., and Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., and has America's Credit Unions' and leagues' support.
Specifically, it would amend the Federal Credit Union Act to extend loan maturity limits up to 20 years for most loans, remove the primary residence requirement for mortgages, and give the NCUA board authorityto set longer maturity terms for certain types of loans.
A House version was introduced in June by Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, R-Wis., and has 22 bipartisan co-sponsors.
"We thank Senators Cortez Masto and Cramer for understanding the importance of loan maturity flexibility that will enhance credit unions' ability to offer loans at better rates and terms consumers want," said America's Credit Unions President/CEO Scott Simpson. "Legislation like this enhances credit unions' ability to help Americans make ends meet. America's Credit Unions urges the Senate to pass this bill without delay."
"Credit unions in Nevada serve over 750,000 members across the state with the mission of helping communities achieve financial wellbeing," said Lucy Ito, interim CEO of Nevada's Credit Unions. "The Expanding Access to Lending Options Act delivers targeted and meaningful regulatory relief. Specifically, the bill expands lending options for much-needed products, such as mortgages for multi-family housing units and small business loans. This added operational freedom empowers credit unions to further invest in the communities they serve."
"We appreciate Senator Cramer's leadership in introducing this bipartisan legislation to modernize loan maturity limits for credit unions," said George McDonald, interim president/CEO of the Dakota Credit Union Association. "Providing the NCUA with flexibility to responsibly extend loan terms will help credit unions deliver more flexible financing for homes, small businesses, and consumer needs while maintaining safety and soundness. This update strengthens credit unions' ability to serve communities across North Dakota and the country."
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Original text here: https://www.americascreditunions.org/news-media/news/senators-introduce-bipartisan-credit-union-loan-maturity-bill
