Bargaining Is an Uphill Battle
We met with Kaiser Permanente on Wednesday, July 23, and again on Tuesday, July 29 to continue negotiations on our CLS/MLT contract.
We had productive conversations about the importance of work-life balance and the need for personal holiday observance. As dedicated healthcare professionals, we deserve the time to celebrate meaningful cultural and personal holidays. Kaiser promotes “thriving” and takes pride in its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Now it’s time they live up to that promise by supporting our right to cultural expression.
We also made progress in discussions around the use of per diem employees. While we’re not there yet, we’re getting closer to a solution that both improves staffing for Kaiser and provides necessary protections for per diem workers.
Our next bargaining sessions are scheduled for Monday, August 11, and Tuesday, August 12. These are the final sessions currently on the calendar, and Kaiser needs to come prepared to make real movement. We’ve been at the table since April—it’s time for a deal we can confidently recommend.
We did reach a tentative agreement to strengthen the commitment of new hires, which is a positive step forward. But many key issues remain unresolved. Bargaining has been an uphill battle—but we’re nearing the summit.
Keep the momentum going: wear your gold, take photos with our campaign signs, and continue showing KP the power of our unity.
How can you get involved:
- Attend the San Diego Solidarity Action with UNAC/UHCP
Join our siblings at UNAC/UHCP for their day of action this Friday, August 1 from 6:30-10:30 AM at Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center at 9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
RSVP Today
- We’re back at National Bargaining in two weeks. Register for our National Bargaining Town Hall Calls after these sessions on Thursday August 7, 2025 at 8:30PM and Friday August 8, 2025 at 7:00AM.
Register for the calls HERE.
Follow UFCW Local 135 and Alliance of Healthcare Unions social media accounts to stay up to date on our contract negotiations.
UFCW Local 135:
Alliance of Healthcare Unions:
If you have any questions about bargaining or if there is anything else we can do to support you, please do not hesitate to contact your Bargaining Committee Members and Union Representatives.
In Solidarity,
Your KP Bargaining Committee