Final Bargaining Report # 15

We are pleased to announce that we have reached a tentative agreement on a new three year contract between CWA and AT&T Midwest. In these tough economic times, in the most economically depressed part of the country, we have reached an agreement that achieves our key goals:
1) Maintained and improved our Standard of Living
2) Increased Pension Band
3) Enhanced employment security

There are changes in our health care that will result in increased out of pocket costs. However, when wages and the new company-funded tax-free Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts (HRAs) are factored in, CWA members--from the highest paid to the lowest--are better off, on average, every year of this contract by thousands of dollars a year. Contract explanation is forthcoming, mean while here are some highlights on the key issues on new tentative agreement.

District 4 RMC Newsletter – August 7, 2010 – Volume #12

Health Reimbursement (HRA) Claims

Getting reimbursed for Medical, Dental, Vision Premiums

Follow the guide below to help you better understand what proof is required when filing claims for contribution (monthly premium) reimbursement from your HRA.

In non-emergency situations, you have the opportunity to plan ahead for your medical care to ensure you maximize your benefits (and not incur higher out of pocket amounts). What should you do?

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Thanks and have a great day!
Mark T. Gaffney, President
MICHIGAN STATE AFL-CIO

Yesterday I almost had my first casualty. A retiree who had wintered in Florida came back a little early for the sole purpose of having surgery only to discover some of his mail had not been forwarded and a medical plan premium (contribution) was due immediately. Luckily, in this case, he was able to make an on-line payment to save the day, but…. that may not always be the case.


Here’s the deal… Pass the Word… ATT is not kidding.

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Under the Supreme Court's Weingarten decision, when a investigatory interview occurs, these rules apply:

The employee may request union representation before or during the interview. After the request, the employer must choose from among three options:

1.Grant the request and delay questioning until the union representative arrives.

2. Deny the request and end the interview immediately.