Maryland, Virginia & Washington, DC

The Census Bureau Headquarters AFGE Local, representing a bargaining unit of over 2,500.

American Federation of Government Employee (AFGE) Local 2782 is affiliated with AFL-CIO. We believe that partnerships between labor and management, based on a shared vision for better government, are a practical, bottom-line approach to the public’s demand for effective, responsive government. Experience from the past shows convincingly that a true partnership between labor and management is a powerful tool for improving customer service, enhancing quality and saving taxpayer dollars.

Sometimes we represent members and bargaining unit employees in their struggle for decent treatment. We do this either through the negotiated grievance procedures spelled out in the Bureau’s contract with the Local, through binding arbitration, or by appeal to the merit systems protection board and EEOC.

If you would like to ask any questions about unique benefits as a member of AFGE Local 2782, please fill out the form at the “Contact” tab at the top of the website.

For assistance, or to make an office appointment, please contact the AFGE Local 2782 general office number at 301-763-3175. Please note during Census Reimagine, the Union office has temporarily relocated to the Bowie Computer Center (BCC), 17101 Medford Blvd, Bowie MD, 20715.

Membership is easy. Simply fill out the Join Today form. A Local 2782 Officer will be able to connect with you and help complete your membership.

New Member and Recruiter Rebates
Any new member joining AFGE Local 2782 receives $100. in addition, any AFGE Local 2782 member who recruits a new member to our Union receives $100. Remember, we’re all winners when union membership increases.