WHEREAS:

Seventeen years after their contract expired, the United Farm Workers signed a new five-year contract with Bruce Church, Inc., one of the nation's largest lettuce growers, on May 29, 1996. This agreement, ending years of boycotts, litigation and conflict, brings higher wages, a pension plan, medical coverage and health and safety protections to workers; and

WHEREAS:

AFSCME has supported the United Farm Workers during this struggle through loan guarantees and other financial assistance. AFSCME members across the country have walked the picket line with farm workers and spread the word about boycotts.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:

That the 32nd International Convention hails the United Farm Workers and the successful conclusion of these negotiations and looks forward to our continued friendship and solidarity.

SUBMITTED BY:

INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE BOARD