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AFL-CIO Collaboration Develops Target Date CIT Funds for DC Plans

“This suite of target date CIT funds is a welcome addition to the lineup of financial products which carry the AFL-CIO name,” said AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka. “Defined benefit plans remain the bedrock of a secure retirement.

IUPAT District Council 7- Our Members

Unions Eager for Swift Action from New Labor Secretary

“Millions of workers still do not have the strong COVID-19 protections they need to be safe at work.

Labor Spotlight- Frances Perkins

Senate Confirms Marty Walsh To Be Labor Secretary

Walsh's confirmation was a victory for AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, who rallied his federation of 56 unions to back the Boston mayor soon after Biden won the election in November. "It's difficult to overstate the importance of this moment," Trumka said.

IUPAT District Council 7- Our History

The Brotherhood of Painters and Decorators of America was founded in 1887 and in January of 1970 the union became formally known as the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. District Council 7 in Wisconsin was chartered on April 25, 2003.