Iowa's corrections workers union seeks reforms due to increased assaults, demanding improved staffing, safety protocols, and collective bargaining rights.

The AFSCME Council 61 union, representing Iowa's corrections workers, is pressing for reforms due to a rise in assaults on staff, with over 150 incidents reported this year. Following a recent attack at the Iowa State Penitentiary, union leaders demand improved staffing, safety protocols, and restoration of collective bargaining rights. Governor Kim Reynolds' office indicated ongoing efforts to enhance prison safety, but the union claims these measures are inadequate.

October 03, 2024
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