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UFCW Local 400 Union Officers Sworn In
On January 15, 2019, the newly elected leaders of the UFCW Local 400 Executive Board were sworn in to office.
Local 400 Police Officers Support Special Olympics with Polar Bear Plunge
Local 400 members from the Annapolis Police and Takoma Park Police participated in the Police Plunge to support Special Olympics Maryland.
67 Kroger Leads Upgraded to Full-Time
Sixty-seven Local 400 members working as Lead Clerks at Kroger in West Virginia received an early Christmas present from their Union when they were upgraded to full-time status thanks to an agreement between the Company and Local 400.
January 8: Virginia Special Election for State Senate District 33
On January 8, a special election will be held in Virginia State Senate District 33 to fill the seat vacated by Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton.
New $1.00 Night Premium for Kroger Roanoke Associates
We are pleased to announce that UFCW Local 400 and Kroger have negotiated changes in your union contract to provide new incentives for associates working overnight under the Roanoke union contract – including night crew.
Local 400 President Receives NAACP Labor Service Award
The Maryland State Conference NAACP recently honored Local 400 President Mark Federici with the Labor Service Award. “I am deeply humbled by this award,” said Mark Federici. “Our union family is proud to stand with the NAACP and we are privileged to partner with many...
Deadline Extended! Kroger Open Enrollment for 2019 Health & Welfare Benefits
We are pleased to inform you that open enrollment for health care benefits in 2019 has been extended through December 20, 2018 for Kroger associates covered by one of our union contracts. Everyone currently enrolled must re-enroll by no later than December 20, 2018 –...
Nov 29: Bestway Silver Spring Contract Vote
November 29, 2018
Apply Now for the 2019 Martin E. Gerel Memorial Union Scholarship
Did you know? As a member of Local 400, you and your immediate family members have the chance to receive a $5,000 scholarship. For more than 30 years, the law firm of Ashcraft & Gerel, LLP has been offering union members and their families throughout the...
Nov 16: DanChem Technologies Contract Meetings
November 16, 2018
Most Local 400-Backed Candidates Win in 2018 Elections
Union Members Play Key Role in Recapturing House for Working Families Led by Local 400-backed candidates, the critically important 2018 mid-term elections resulted in major victories for working families. Pro-worker forces recaptured control of the U.S. House, with...
UFCW Local 400 2018 Voter Guide
Election Day is Tuesday, November 6, 2018. This is one of the most important elections in recent history. Make sure your voice is heard and make a plan to vote! Your vote is a personal decision. As your union, it is our job to recommend candidates who share our values...
Nov 4: Macy’s Contract Meeting
On Sunday, November 4, 2018, we will be hosting a contract meeting for members working at Macy's. As a Local 400 union member, you have the opportunity to get answers to your questions and vote on your next contract. Please make a plan to attend this important...
We Support Elissa Silverman for D.C. Council At-Large
Local 400 is proud to endorse Elissa Silverman for D.C. Council At-Large. Silverman has served on the council since 2014 and chairs the Committee on Labor and Workforce Development. In that capacity, she championed the passage of the District’s monumental paid family...
Nov 1: Smithfield Foods Newport News Contract Meeting
On Thursday, November 1, 2018, we will be hosting two contract meetings for members working at Smithfield Foods Newport News. As a Local 400 union member, you have the opportunity to get answers to your questions and vote on your next contract. Please make a plan to...
22-Year Kroger Member Triumphs Over Adversity
To say that Margie Landers has never had it easy is an understatement. Twenty-two years ago, she was living in a homeless shelter in Amadaville, W.Va. and she was determined to make it on her own. During the year she lived in the shelter, she took GED classes, and...
UFCW Local 400 Endorses Sydney Harrison for Prince George’s County Council
United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 400 has endorsed Sydney Harrison for Prince George’s County Council representing District 9. President Mark Federici issued the following statement regarding the endorsement: “Syndney Harrison shares our commitment to...
Shop Steward Opens Her Home to Struggling Coworkers
It was in the Winter of 2013. The weather was brutally cold and snow was on the ground. A young woman working in the salad bar at Giant #123 in Temple Hills, Md., had fallen on hard times and lost her home. Fortunately, her shop steward was Bernadette...
Headquarters Closed for Maintenance October 13, 2018
On Saturday, October 13, 2018, from 8:00 a.m. until approximately 6:00 p.m., the power at our headquarters will be shut down for mandatory preventative maintenance. Our phone lines and email will be down during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience. Our office...
Marc Elrich for Montgomery County Executive
After years of leading many fights for working families—including passage of a $15/hour minimum wage—Montgomery County Councilman Marc Elrich more than earned Local 400’s enthusiastic recommendation in his campaign for Montgomery County Executive. Local 400’s support...
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