Chapter 313 News: Keep Power with People | 10 09 25

Union Announcements

• Protect Our Voice – Vote YES on Prop 50, Nov. 4 – You should have received your California ballot on the Election Rigging Response Act (ERR Act). This measure counters efforts to redraw districts mid-decade that threaten fair representation and funding for vital services like health care, childcare, and senior care.

Prop 50 is our chance to push back.

•  Protects fair representation so our communities aren’t silenced
  ✔ Keeps Congress accountable to working people, not billionaires
  ✔ Defends health care, family services, and worker protections
  ✔ Stands up against union-busting and mass federal layoffs

Bottom line: If California doesn’t act, vital care and services will be cut.
Let’s stand together and protect our future.

•  Vote YES on Prop 50 – Nov. 4.

Spread the word: download a Prop 50 Zoom background

• No Kings Day – October 18, 2025 - Authoritarian policies and restrictions on rights are increasing across the country. On October 18, CSUEU and SEIU members will join a National Day of Action with rallies, marches, and speak-outs to advocate for democracy and workers’ rights.
  • FAQ
    • Q: What does this have to do with the CSU?
      A: Higher education is being targeted through federal funding cuts and privacy intrusions that threaten academic freedom and job security.
    • Q: How does this help us improve our jobs?
      A: Participating in collective actions strengthens our unity and helps us develop the organizing skills we’ll need for our upcoming contract negotiations.
    • Q: How do I know which No Kings event to attend?
      A: Complete the RSVP to join with other CSUEU members form to choose a California event. A CSUEU member will contact you to coordinate—remember to wear CSUEU blue!
• CSU Stalling Won’t Stop Us - Two weeks after CSUEU offered to resume negotiations on full Salary Step implementation, CSU management has yet to respond. Despite public claims of commitment to good-faith bargaining, CSU must act—by accepting the state’s zero-interest loan and providing fair wage increases—to show that commitment is real.
  • CSUEU member action:
    • Join the Contract Action Team
    • Sign the Steps petition
    • Get involved in our Political Activities Committee

For more information, refer to ourFAQ about Steps

• Meet Our Gubernatorial Candidates: Exclusive for CSUEU Staff - As part of our member-led endorsement process, CSUEU is hosting exclusive meet-and-greets with 2026 California Governor candidates, including two joining us this month to connect directly with members.
  • Katie Porter Oct. 16 at 12 p.m. RSVP here.
• Union AI Survey: Deadline is Oct 10 - CSUEU’s AI Advisory Committee invites all staff to complete a short union-led survey on how AI impacts our work. Your feedback will guide training and support efforts to help workers adapt and grow—results will be shared later this month. NOTE: This is our Union's survey, different from the CSU's.
• Free Webinars on Homebuying & Refinancing for Union Members - Good news! Mortgage rates are down! CSUEU members can join free Zoom webinars for state employees to learn about affordable loans, down payment assistance, and how lower rates make homebuying easier.
  • Wednesday, Oct. 22 — 12 p.m. & 6 p.m.
  • Thursday, Oct. 23 — 12 p.m. & 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, Oct. 25 — 10 a.m. & 3 p.m.

Register here.

 

 

 

💡 Resources:

• 🔗 CO CSUEU Website
• 📜 Our Contract (2022 to 2026)
• 📩 Questions?

       -      Work/Labor Related Inquiries: Jason Stanton – all conversations are confidential!

       -     Newsletter Inquiries: Julie Maiorana

• ✊ Help us help YOU!

 -  Not a member?   Join CSUEU today!

-    Already a member? Consider contributing a small monthly amount to our CSUEU Political Action Committee (PAC)!  The PAC helps fund our lobbyist and strengthens our voice at the State Capitol.

 

  

 

In solidarity and appreciation, 

 

Julie Maiorana
CSUEU Chapter 313, Records Officer