Maine AFL-CIO

The Union Construction Academy is free, and qualifying participants may receive up to $300 per week completed.

The Union Construction Academy is free, and qualifying participants may receive a weekly stipend of up to $300.

Former Governor Paul LePage opposed collective bargaining, blocked minimum wage increases, and cut workers' pensions to fund tax breaks for the wealthy.

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Legislative ScorecardHealth Care Listening ProjectLetter from faith leaders regarding Bates College union organizing

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The Maine AFL-CIO has released a new video featuring graduates of the

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Andy O'Brien handles internal and external communications at Maine AFL-CIO. For press inquiries email andy at maineaflcio.org.

Eric Sawyer is the Office Manager of the Maine AFL-CIO represented by UFCW Local 1445 and is also a member of IATSE Local 114.

Sam Boss is the Apprenticeship, Workforce & Equity Director.

The Maine AFL-CIO represents over 42,000 members across 200 local unions, advocating for better working conditions and state-level policies.

Central Labor Councils unite regional unions for solidarity actions, community events, and advocacy on workers’ issues.

The Maine AFL-CIO’s 2026 COPE Convention in Auburn set political priorities and endorsed candidates for the coming year.

Below are resolutions passed by the Maine AFL-CIO.

The 2025 Working Families Legislative Scorecard evaluates state representatives’ and senators’ votes on labor issues like wages and apprenticeships.