Historic Victory for 35,000 New Jersey State Workers

Following several months of bargaining, as well as strong mobilization by the membership, CWA has reached a historic tentative agreement with the State of New Jersey covering 35,000 workers represented by Locals 1031, 1032, 1033, 1036, 1037, 1038, and 1040.

After bargaining kicked off earlier this year, CWAers have shown solidarity, patience, and strength - members stood together for job actions, spoke out on social media about the importance of this contract, and marched through the streets of Trenton to deliver a petition signed by 10,000 workers to State representatives.

Hundreds of CWA members marched to the Capitol Building in Trenton

While tens of thousands of members mobilized, Local and District leadership stood firm at the bargaining table to win the strongest NJ State Worker contract in our history that includes significant salary growth, protects healthcare, recognizes that telework is a reality in many worksites that must be implemented fairly, and more. This contract also sets the stage for our fellow unions representing other state workers in New Jersey who are heading into their own negotiations; our members’ work over the past year will help strengthen the entire state.

“When CWA fights, we win, and the strength of this agreement is a testament to our membership’s solidarity and demand for dignity at work,” said CWA District 1 Vice President Dennis Trainor. “This tentative agreement delivers on our goals and sets a foundation for continued progress in several areas in the near future.”

CWA members covered by the Executive Branch contract should reach out to their locals for ratification information and schedule.