Orange Contract Bargaining Update #22

CWA / AT&T 2026 “Orange” Contract Bargaining

April 17, 2026 – Bargaining Report #22

The Orange Bargaining Committee continues bargaining with AT&T. The last couple of weeks have seen some progress at the table, but we do remain far apart on some important issues. We know that the recent progress is a result of the continued mobilization by the members of CWA.

We are going to fight as long as it takes to bring you a fair and equitable contract. As we have said before, we know this process can be frustrating as it drags on, but we will not be done until we get what we need from this greedy corporation. Don’t forget that AT&T is a billion-dollar corporation, with millionaires for executives. We believe a living wage and good benefits are not a lot to ask for. AT&T has more than enough wealth and should share it with the employees that generate it.

We have signed a one-week extension and will continue bargaining. The new expiration date for our current contract is Friday, April 24, 2026.

Stay mobilized! Stay angry!

In Solidarity,

Mike Baxter, Local 1101

Frank Oliva, Local 1298

Jeff Reamer, Local 13000

Cindy Neumeyer, Local 13500

Ann Vogler, Local 2009

Danielle Brewer-Collier, Local 4900

Rosa Wilson, Local 7110

Pamela DeMendez, Local 9413

Pat Telesco, CWA Co-chair

Jane Phillips, CWA Co-chair