Short Partial Government Shutdown Expected for DOD, SSA, MSPB – No Shutdown for USACE, NASA, EPA, NOAA, DOE, Leg. Branch
Starting at 12:01 am EST on Saturday, January 31, the U.S. federal government will be in a partial government shutdown. The partial shutdown will affect the following agencies where IFPTE members work: Department of the Navy, Department of the Army (but not USACE), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, SSA, and the MSPB. The following agencies where IFPTE members work will not be affected: USACE, NASA, NOAA, DOJ, EPA, DOE, and DOI. If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
IFPTE Tells Senate Leadership to Pass Funding Bills That Have Bipartisan Support, Hold Homeland Security Funding Until Needed Oversight is Included
With the Senate Republican Leadership looking to advance a package of six appropriations bills that will not get bipartisan support due to the inclusion of Homeland Security funding, IFPTE sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) requesting they pass the five funding bills with bipartisan support and hold back the Homeland Security funding bill, which lacks the bipartisan support needed to pass the Senate. If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
Funding ICE While Allowing DOD, Other Funding to Lapse? IFPTE Urges Senate to Avoid Partial Government Shutdown by Not Holding “Five Appropriations Bills Hostage”
As the clock ticks towards a partial government shutdown on January 30, IFPTE urged Senate leaders to follow the House’s lead “by separating those five appropriations bills from the FY26 Homeland Security appropriations bill.” If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
Calling All Candidates – Join IFPTE’s Black and Racialized Professionals Committee
The Committee, which was unanimously approved at the 2024 IFPTE Convention through passage of Resolution 15, titled “Black and Racialized Professionals Committee,” is tasked with advancing and advocating for “issues faced in the union, the workplace, and the communities where we live.” If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
IFPTE Endorses New Jersey Congressman Donald Norcross for Re-election
On behalf of its 90,000 members throughout North America, including more than 10,000 IFPTE members throughout New Jersey, IFPTE is proud to endorse Congressman Donald Norcross for a 7th term representing the First Congressional District of New Jersey. If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
NPEU/IFPTE Local 70 Officers Condemn ICE, Stand with Minnesota
“By standing in solidarity with the people of Minnesota, we affirm that working people will not be silent in the face of oppression. As we continue into 2026, we encourage all members to take action alongside other people of conscience, take care of yourselves, and take care of each other.” If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
Cross-border Solidarity: OFL Backs Minnesota AFL-CIO in Anti-ICE Mobilization
OFL President Laura Walton met with Minnesota AFL-CIO leadership to coordinate strategy and encouraged workers in Ontario to show visible support for their counterparts by taking symbolic actions and amplifying the call: “Solidarity has no borders — ICE out of Minnesota!” If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
IFPTE is once again a partner for the NO KINGS event on March 28. The mass mobilization is a continued response to Trump’s authoritarian administration, protecting our democracy and elections, and to respond to ICE in Minnesota and nationwide. Join the Eyes on ICE virtual training on February 5 and be part of the movement!
Registration for IFPTE’s 2026 Legislative Conference is still open; late fees will apply after Sunday, January 25. The deadline for booking sleeping rooms has closed; however, rooms may still be available but not at IFPTE’s rate. Contact crhett@ifpte.org if you need assistance. Conference information can be found here.
SAVE THE DATE!!!
IFPTE 62nd Convention
Toronto, ON, Canada
July 19-22, 2027
IFPTE Local 400 