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Emily Leak
Coverage of Emily Leak in the Nexus archive.
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employeesorganization1University System of Maryland Board of Regentsorganization1University of Maryland, College Parkplace1Bowie State Universityplace1University of Maryland, Baltimore Countyplace1Bill Fergusonperson1Arbitration Reform for State Employees Act of 2026topic1Michael Sandlerperson1
- Union urges Maryland university board to reconsider decision to lay off employees
Union members protested layoffs at multiple Maryland universities, citing concerns over student safety and unethical treatment. The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) urged the University System of Maryland Board of Regents to reverse decisions affecting 73 employees at College Park, 21 at Bowie State, and others. A proposed referendum on arbitration reform and budget constraints were highlighted as potential solutions.