SEIU Negotiation FAQS

Generally, both the university and the union discuss their interests and priorities and exchange written proposals and counter-proposals for what they would like to include in a collective bargaining agreement. Although both sides are required to negotiate over “mandatory subjects of bargaining” in good faith, neither side is required to agree to a specific proposal. The union and the university would continue negotiations until a tentative agreement is reached on a CBA. The tentative agreement is then taken to a ratification vote of the union membership.

SEIU Local 2007 and the university began negotiations for a new contract on May 28, 2024.

The contract between SEIU Local 2007 and the university expires on August 31, 2024.

The university is committed to bargaining in good faith to reach an agreement on a new contract by August 31, 2024. In the event that a new contract agreement is not reached by that time, the university will continue good faith negotiations with SEIU to reach a new contract. It is important to note that the university and SEIU Local 2007 are generally expected to maintain the “status quo” even after the contract expires. This means that SEIU-represented employees will continue to work without a contract, and will continue to be paid as normal. University operations will also continue as normal.

A strike is initiated by members of the union according to the union’s bylaws and constitution. Union members must vote as to whether they support and authorize a strike. While SEIU-represented employees have voted to authorize a strike, that does not mean that a strike will happen.  

Periodic updates about negotiations are published on the 2024 SEIU Negotiations Updates page on the Cardinal at Work website.