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Thousands of hospital and nursing home workers—stretching from Long Island to Buffalo—will rally outside their institutions on Thursday afternoon, calling on Governor Hochul to reverse $1 billion dollars in proposed budget cuts and to properly fund Medicaid reimbursements to hospitals and nursing homes, a lifeline for over seven million New Yorkers. Read More

A portion of New York’s huge, unprecedented reserves must be used to close the Medicaid Health Insurance funding gap, prevent slashing of maternity and mental health services, and protect low-income seniors, children, families and people with disabilities Read More

A portion of New York’s huge, unprecedented reserves must be used to close the Medicaid Health Insurance funding gap, prevent slashing of maternity and mental health services, and protect low-income seniors, children, families and people with disabilities Read More

None of us can afford to sit this election out. Read More

A historical film that speaks directly to our times Read More

When it comes to helping working people, there is no comparison. Read More

More than 1,600 hospital members at Boston Medical Center ratified a strong four-year contract on December 13 which included wage increases of up to 39 percent based on market adjustments, experience and annual raises. Read More

Florida 1199ers joined forces with a coalition of reproductive rights supporters to put the issue of abortion on the November 2024 general election ballot. Read More

Upstate 1199 members who live near Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse came together at a series of events in January to honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read More

Long-awaited enforcement action to force New York State nursing homes to improve staffing levels or face hefty fines, finally moved a step closer on December 28 when the state’s supreme court rejected legal arguments brought by employers. Read More

1199ers work to get out the vote in New York Congressional District 3. Read More

Making it through the holiday season can be especially challenging for people who are already facing mental or physical health challenges. The 1199 members at Upper Manhattan Mental Health are dedicated to providing a social safety net in the community which helps to ease the burden. Read More

One day strike in Upstate New York leads to landmark deal. Read More

A new Delegate cuts her teeth in a national campaign against a giant corporation. Read More

It’s time to demand New York State stop selling Medicaid short. Read More

1199 continues to grow and add new members who go on to negotiate strong contracts. Read More

The “Great Society” programs that advanced civil rights. Read More

Statement of 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East on the results of the special election in New York’s 3rd Congressional District: Read More

On Valentine’s Day, Tonawanda Nursing Home workers at Schofield Residence will show dedication to providing quality care for residents with a special Valentine’s Day ceremony. Read More

Community Coalition kick-off event in Governor's hometown adds to growing chorus of hospitals, health care workers, legislators, community, and faith leaders demanding fully funded Medicaid Health Insurance Program Read More