Resolution in Support of Weekly Friday Rallies at the Federal Building in support of Federal Workers, their contracts and their Union:

WHEREAS, the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington recognizes the invaluable contributions of federal workers who serve the nation with dedication, integrity, and excellence;

WHEREAS, federal workers face numerous challenges, including budget constraints, staffing shortages, and policies that impact their ability to serve the public effectively;

WHEREAS, recent actions have led to indiscriminate and illegal firings, layoffs, and job eliminations across various federal agencies;

WHEREAS, these actions have caused significant harm to federal workers, undermining their job security, morale, and ability to provide essential services to the public;

WHEREAS, it is essential to support the rights of federal workers to organize, negotiate, and advocate for fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect in the workplace;

WHEREAS, the federal workers union plays a critical role in representing the interests of federal workers, ensuring their voices are heard, and fighting for their rights and welfare;

WHEREAS, public demonstrations are a powerful means of raising awareness, generating public support, and pressuring policymakers to address the concerns of federal workers;

WHEREAS, the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington is committed to supporting the rights of all workers and stands in solidarity with the federal workers union in their efforts to achieve justice, fairness, and equality in the workplace;

WHEREAS, it is in the interest of the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington that federal funds and programs are properly administered by professional employees of the federal government;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington condemns the recent actions that have resulted in indiscriminate and illegal firings, layoffs, and job eliminations;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington endorses and supports the weekly Friday rallies at the Federal Building as a means to show solidarity with federal workers and their unions;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington encourages its members to participate in these rallies and to actively promote the cause of federal workers' rights and well-being;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington will continue to advocate for policies and initiatives that support federal workers and their unions, ensuring they, their representatives, and their contract are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.

BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington will support federal workers and their unions in the Washington State Labor Council, in joint councils of the Amalgamated Transit Union, and in all other such bodies where Amalgamated Transit Union Legislative Council of Washington is duly represented.