Tuesday March 17 union COVID-19 updateMarch 17, 2020The situation for state employees is changing fast and the union is committed to working as hard and quickly as we can to keep employees safe during this difficult time.
Ohio's primary election - understanding the postponementMarch 17, 2020As of late Monday, the Ohio primary election has been POSTPONED because of a "health emergency."
DAS notice on state pharmacy benefitsMarch 16, 2020For those with State benefits coverage, DAS has worked with our third-party benefits administrator to temporarily remove the restriction on how soon you can get a prescription-drug refill.
An update about your member Extras discountsMarch 15, 2020The union is currently working to update the Extras discount website with information on which vendors are closed and passing along information on rescheduling and how to proceed in the event that you pre-purchased tickets.
National sick leave policies needed now more than everMarch 12, 2020National sick leave policies, especially in times of emergency, are needed to give workers the tools they need to make the best decisions to help keep themselves and their communities safe and healthy.
OCSEA Minority Conference has been rescheduledMarch 11, 2020The OCSEA CMCA Conference has been rescheduled to Sept. 11-12, 2020.
Governor on coronavirus: “We’ve turned a new chapter”March 11, 2020Ohio Gov. DeWine gave an update on COVID-19, and called the latest “community spread” contraction a “game changer.”
Health and safety resources: Reliable sources imperativeMarch 11, 2020The best advice during any rapidly evolving threat to public health is to stay informed and get your information from the most reliable sources.
A story of union justice and supportMarch 4, 2020The union contract is our protection against injustice! Read how a workplace injustice, is giving one OCSEA member a new outlook on union rights and has given her the gift of experience, so others don't have to go through what she did by themselves.
Taking precautions: coronavirus - COVID 19March 4, 2020Right now, the biggest threat regarding coronavirus - COVI 19 is misinformation, panic and stigma. Make sure you educate yourself, be prepared and stay home if you feel sick.
BOGO: Columbus Zoo & Aquarium St. Patrick's Day specialMarch 2, 2020Get the BOGO Columbus Zoo & Aquarium St. Patrick's Day deal – FOR MEMBERS ONLY!
Can't miss content! Download your union magazine now!Feb. 26, 2020Download the Winter edition of the OCSEA magazine, The Public Employee Quarterly.
The Public Service Freedom to Negotiate ActFeb. 26, 2020The Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act gives public service workers the freedom to join together in a union to win respect and fair treatment on the job.
Freedom Foundation is coming to your house. Know your rightsFeb. 25, 2020Beware: Freedom Foundation/OptOut Today canvassers are now using your personal information to track you down at home with their anti-union message.
AFSCME files suit to protect public employment services staffingFeb. 25, 2020AFSCME has filed a lawsuit in federal court to fight the spread of privatization on behalf of union members across the country who perform vital public Employment Services (ES).
Take action. Ohio Corrections fentanyl billFeb. 25, 2020Write a letter in support of Ohio Senate House Bill 81 to expand Workers’ Compensation coverage to Corrections and Youth Services employees who are harmed by exposure to blood, body fluids or chemicals, like fentanyl.
Anti-union groups harassing you at home? Tell them to STOP!Feb. 24, 2020Freedom Foundation is an out-of-state, extreme anti-worker group. They are in Ohio under the name Opt Out Today harassing state employee union members at home and at work. Their real agenda? To eliminate public jobs, benefits and pensions for their big-money donors!
Magazine Sneak Peek: The dangerous toll of state privatizationFeb. 19, 2020From pay checks to pensions, privatization in state agencies is taking a major toll on public service and the public employees who serve Ohioans.
Take action on dangerous dental billFeb. 19, 2020Take action. Tell your Ohio Senator to VOTE NO on the dangerous dental bill, SB 148.
Save the Dates - 2020 Conference ScheduleFeb. 18, 2020Make sure to put all the upcoming 2020 OCSEA events in your calendar so you don't miss a thing in 2020.