Illinois Federation of Public Employees |  Local 4408
A Union of Professionals

The Illinois General Assembly's spring session has come to a close and SB1937, the We Are One coalition's bill to fix Tier 2, did not cross the finish line. We are disappointed. But we are not done. Tier 2 employees — the dedicated public workers who keep our state moving — have been shortchanged for too long. You do the same work as your Tier 1 colleagues, but you retire on a lesser pension that doesn't provide an adequate retirement. SB1937 would make dramatic strides to fi

THERE'S STILL TIME TO SEND YOUR LAWMAKERS A MESSAGE TODAY ABOUT THE MEGAPROJECTS BILL Dial (773) 985-7899 - you’ll be connected with your state senator and representative. Write your legislators Tell them to put our students first, prioritize funding for public schools, higher education, and community services, and raise revenue by taxing the ultra-wealthy, not further burdening working families. Tell Lawmakers: Grow and Support New Teachers -Fund the VIC/We Care Program! In

In just a few days, IFT members from across Illinois will head to Springfield for our final Lobby Day of the spring legislative session, and this is a moment where your voice truly matters. Lawmakers are making decisions right now that will determine whether our schools and communities are fully funded—or continue to fall short while corporations receive special deals. We need you there. RIGHT NOW, ILLINOIS IS FACING A CLEAR CHOICE: Invest in students, educators, and public s

In one week, IFT members from across Illinois will head to Springfield for our final Lobby Day of the spring legislative session. Lawmakers are making decisions right now that will shape whether our schools, colleges, and public services are fully funded or continue to fall short while corporations receive special deals. We need you there. WHY THIS LOBBY DAY MATTERS Right now, Illinois is facing a clear choice. The House has already advanced a megaprojects bill that would all

As budget negotiations continue in Springfield, this is a critical moment for our schools, students, and communities. IFT members have been clear about what Illinois needs: full funding for education and public services, paid for by taxing the wealthiest, not by giving corporations special deals. That’s why we’re asking you to take part in the next key actions in this fight. WEDNESDAY, MAY 27: LOBBY DAY IN SPRINGFIELD Our final lobby day of the spring session is nearly here,

Dear Siblings of IFPE Local 4408, During National Public Employee Recognition Week, we proudly recognize and thank each of you for your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to public service. Every day, the members of IFPE Local 4408 work tirelessly to serve our communities with integrity and compassion. Your efforts often happen behind the scenes, but the impact of your work is seen and felt by countless people who rely on the essential services you provide. Your comm