DELAURO URGES COOPERATION IN LOCAL 32BJ CONTRACT DISPUTE

ew Haven, CT — Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) issued the following statement today on the contract negotiations between the Local 32BJ of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), and the Hartford Area Cleaning Contractors Association:

"I urge both the SEIU Local 32BJ and the Hartford Area Cleaning Contractors Association to work together to avoid an unnecessary and damaging strike. I believe that an agreement can be reached that addresses the concerns of both sides, ensuring that the SEIU 32BJ workers receive fair wages and healthcare coverage and cleaning operations can be continued. With nearly 2,000 workers involved, it is critical that negotiations are successful. I urge both sides to work together to reach an agreement that is satisfactory to all parties and prevents damage to our local economies."