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July 2, 2021
With the Senate passing its budget proposal last week and a holiday break approaching, it was a quiet week for state employee and retiree issues at the General Assembly. Legislators will be on break next week for the Independence Day holiday.
We want House members to return to phone calls and emails from SEANC members asking them to provide true, meaningful raises and COLAs in their budget proposal.
The state is drowning in cash, with more than $6 billion in one-time funding available. Now is not the time to be stingy. Some state employees haven't received a raise in two years, and retirees have waited even longer for a true COLA.
We need you to continue to reach out to your House member by clicking the link below.
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SEANC's Watkins stands up for transparency SEANC's
Watkins stands up for transparency in hospital billing in hospital billing
SEANC Executive Director Ardis Watkins explained the importance of transparency in hospital billing with the State Health Plan in a video for "What the Health?"- an online engagement effort from the State Treasurer's office.
Visit the "What The Health" Facebook page to learn more about the effort.
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SEANC staff and District 57 visited Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center in Wilson on Wednesday to show our appreciation for their hard work with lunch from Chick-Fil-A! More than 40 new members chose to empower themselves by joining SEANC at the event!
Don't forget our awesome recruiting incentives: Recruiters receive $20 $20 for every new member recruited. Send us the name and contact info for a possible new member. If they sign up, you get $20 $20.
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The SEANC member who recruits the most new businesses for member discounts between May 24 - August 27, 2021 will win a $100 Visa Gift Card.
Send the completed Discount Discount Agreement form Agreement form to Attn: Felicia Grimes, 1621 Midtown Pl, Raleigh, NC 27609 or email fgrimes@seanc.org no later than August 27.
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Each year SEANC seeks to recognize those members who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to the association and its efforts. The people who know best who are deserving of awards are those who work alongside them every day on the district level. That's why we need you to send in your nominations now. The deadline is July 24 at 5 p.m. The four award categories are Member of the Year, District Chairperson of the Year, Distinguished Service and District of the Year.
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July 9, 2021
Rep. Reives discusses raises, Rep. Reives discusses raises, health care in
We are happy to bring you our first Legislator Spotlight featuring Democratic Caucus Leader Rep. Robert Reives II and SEANC Lobbyist Flint Benson. Reives discusses his background, state employee and retiree pay, health care, and more. Watch this informative discussion above.
The General Assembly took a break this week for the Fourth of July holiday.
The House is expected to return next week and focus on its state budget proposal. We want representatives to return to the building with phone calls and emails from SEANC members asking them to provide true, meaningful raises and COLAs in their budget proposal.
We need you to continue to reach out to your House member by clicking the link below.
CONTACT YOUR REPRESENTATIVE
DISCOUNTS DISCOUNTS
Busch Gardens added to Busch Gardens added to SEANC theme park discounts lineup SEANC theme park discounts lineup
Good news for roller coaster fans! SEANC is now offering discounted tickets to Busch Gardens Williamsburg as part of its lineup of theme parks deals for 2021!
This year it’s even easier to buy tickets to the top parks in North and South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia, as all sales are online! Get great prices at Carowinds, King’s Dominion, Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe, Tweetsie Railroad, and more.
Prices for Busch Gardens tickets are subject to change as the season progresses, so lock in your deal today!
Search thousands of new and used RVs for sale, including all major categories and brands, and receive special offers with member savings from Certified Dealers.
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The SEANC member who recruits the most new businesses for member discounts between May 24 - August 27, 2021, will win a $100 Visa Gift Card.
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Send the completed Discount Discount Agreement form Agreement form to Attn: Felicia Grimes, 1621 Midtown Pl., Raleigh, NC 27609, or email fgrimes@seanc.org no later than August 27.
MEMBERSHIP
Don't forget our awesome recruiting incentives: Recruiters receive $20 $20 for every new member recruited. Send us the name and contact info for a possible new member. If they sign up, you get $20 $20.
REMINDERS REMINDERS
SEANC Awards Nominations due July 24
SEANC Awards Nominations due July 24
Each year SEANC seeks to recognize those members who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to the association and its efforts. The people who know best who are deserving of awards are those who work alongside them every day on the district level. That's why we need you to send in your nominations now. The deadline is July 24 at 5 p.m. The four award categories are Member of the Year, District Chairperson of the Year, Distinguished Service and District of the Year.
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July 16, 2021
House budget writers signal plans House budget writers signal plans for larger raises than Senate for larger raises than Senate
The wait continues for the House’s budget proposal. Many expected it to be announced next week, but a report from the News & Observer on Thursday stated that it could be delayed into August.
SEANC is working with House Speaker Tim Moore and budget writers to press upon them the need for real, meaningful increases for state employees and retirees. The men and women who stood on the front lines of the pandemic for the state deserve to be respected in this year's budget.
SEANC's lobbying team continued discussions with representatives Friday even after the House adjourned. Our latest indications from House leadership suggest that the House's budget will value state employees and retirees with much larger increases than those found in the Senate's budget.
For now, members should continue to reach out to their representatives to drive home the point that state employees and retirees deserve real raises this year. If you have already emailed your representative, you can also use our site to call them.
Also this week, the State Health Plan Board of Trustees met Thursday. State Treasurer Dale Folwell made a heartfelt plea to Medicare-eligible retirees to participate in the Medicare Advantage plan when open enrollment starts in October.
Folwell told the board that the Plan has done everything in its power to provide a great product for an incredible price. Now it's up to Plan members to take advantage of it.
The Medicare Advantage plan is critical to the overall health of the State Health Plan. Approximately 31,000 Medicare-eligible retirees are still participating in the 70/30 option, which is more costly for the Plan. The Plan has a dedicated team of counselors to assist with your retirement healthcare questions, so please make the call to 888-700-2263 as you consider your coverage options.
DISCOUNTS DISCOUNTS
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Recruit & Win! Recruit & Win!
The SEANC member who recruits the most new businesses for member discounts between May 24 - August 27, 2021, will win a $100 Visa Gift Card.
Send the completed Discount Discount Agreement form Agreement form to Attn: Felicia Grimes, 1621 Midtown Pl., Raleigh, NC 27609, or email fgrimes@seanc.org no later than August 27.
MEMBERSHIP
Don't forget our awesome recruiting incentives: Recruiters receive $20 $20 for every new member recruited. Send us the name and contact info for a possible new member. If they sign up, you get $20 $20.
The University of Mount Olive invites you to learn more about a new seated MBA degree opportunity available this Fall enrolling now in Johnston County on the campus of JCC in Smithfield. It’s in the one night a week format Tuesdays 6-9 p.m. New course every 8 weeks. Earn an MBA in 18 months, in a seated format. The TAP scholarship is available for SEANC members. For more information on the MBA or TAP scholarship, please contact Dr. Paul Rutter at (919) 299-4818 or prutter@umo.edu.
REMINDERS REMINDERS
SEANC Awards Nominations due July 24
SEANC Awards Nominations due July 24
Each year SEANC seeks to recognize those members who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to the association and its efforts. The people who know best who are deserving of awards are those who work alongside them every day on the district level. That's why we need you to send in your nominations now. The deadline is July 24 at 5 p.m. The four award categories are Member of the Year, District Chairperson of the Year, Distinguished Service and District of the Year.
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July 23, 2021
SEANC was on the move this week, with employee appreciation events at the Department of Insurance in Raleigh, Harnett Correctional Institute, East Carolina University and more! If you would like for SEANC to visit your worksite, click here to let us know.
Don't forget our awesome recruiting incentives: Recruiters receive $20 $20 for every new member recruited. Send us the name and contact info for a possible new member. If they sign up, you get $20 $20.
Continue contacting your Continue contacting your legislators about your raises legislators about your raises
Members should continue to reach out to their representatives to drive home the point that state employees and retirees deserve real raises this year in the House's budget proposal. If you have already emailed your representative, you can also use our site to call them.
CONTACT YOUR REPRESENTATIVE
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From routine to unexpected, pet insurance from Nationwide has the whole family covered – even those with fur! Our popular My Pet Protection pet insurance plans now feature more choices and more flexibility. SEANC members can get up to 90% cash back on eligible vet bills with a pet insurance plan from Nationwide®. Coverage starts as low as $24/month for illnesses and injuries.
REMINDERS REMINDERS
SEANC Awards Nominations due tomorrow, July 24 SEANC Awards Nominations due tomorrow, July 24
Each year SEANC seeks to recognize those members who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to the association and its efforts. The people who know best who are deserving of awards are those who work alongside them every day on the district level. That's why we need you to send in your nominations now. The deadline is July 24 at 5:00 p.m. The four award categories are Member of the Year, District Chairperson of the Year, Distinguished Service and District of the Year.
LEARN MORE > LEARN MORE >
Recruit
& Win! Recruit & Win!
The SEANC member who recruits the most new businesses for member discounts between May 24 - August 27, 2021, will win a $100 Visa Gift Card.
Send the completed Discount Discount Agreement form Agreement form to Attn: Felicia Grimes, 1621 Midtown Pl., Raleigh, NC 27609, or email fgrimes@seanc.org no later than August 27.
TWEET OF THE WEEK TWEET OF THE WEEK
July 30, 2021
Senator Mohammed discusses his Senator Mohammed discusses his commitment to state employees commitment to state employees
background and legislative agenda for state employees and shares advice for SEANC members to get involved with the legislative process. Watch this informative discussion above.
The General Assembly did not hold any sessions or committees this week so some legislators could attend the ALEC Conference in Utah. House leadership continued to work on the state budget and a proposal is anticipated to be released next week.
MEMBERSHIP
Don't forget our awesome recruiting incentives: Recruiters receive $20 $20 for every new member recruited. Send us the name and contact info for a possible new member. If they sign up, you get $20 $20.
From routine to unexpected, pet insurance from Nationwide has the whole family covered – even those with fur! Our popular My Pet Protection pet insurance plans now feature more choices and more flexibility. SEANC members can get up to 90% cash back on eligible vet bills with a pet insurance plan from Nationwide®. Coverage starts as low as $24/month for illnesses and injuries.
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REMINDERS REMINDERS
Recruit & Win! Recruit & Win!
The SEANC member who recruits the most new businesses for member discounts between May 24 - August 27, 2021, will win a $100 Visa Gift Card.
Send the completed Discount Discount Agreement form Agreement form to Attn: Felicia Grimes, 1621 Midtown Pl., Raleigh, NC 27609, or email fgrimes@seanc.org no later than August 27.
