The Trump Administration has announced an executive order intended to strip collective bargaining rights from nearly a million federal employees. The Executive Order makes use of a provision of the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 that the president can limit collective bargaining for those primarily working in sensitive areas such as intelligence or national READ MORE
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Local and Industry News
Jacksonville University will eliminate its music and theater programs in a move to save $10 million. The University states that the programs are undersubscribed or specialized and do not prepare students for the future. Students currently enrolled will be allowed to complete their degrees but the programs will no longer be offered to incoming students. READ MORE
Membership Roster Changes
New, Reinstated, and Resigned members for April 2025: New Members: Reinstated Members: Resigned Members: none Deceased Members: none
South Florida Musicians Association Announces Membership Drive
Join a community of musicians working together to preserve the culture of music and promote dignity, fairness, and democracy for musicians. Now through June 30, initiation fees are waived, saving you $115! We are an organization of 100,000 members throughout the United States and Canada working together to improve conditions for musicians. We provide employment READ MORE
Official Business
Annual statements of dues paid last year (for tax purposes) will be mailed in February. If you have requested a statement in the past, you will automatically receive a copy this year. If you have not received a statement in the past but would like one, please contact the office. If you have not yet READ MORE
Last Month at the Local
Last month was a busy month. President Hawley spoke to musicians as part of The Art of The Conversation at Artspot 403 in Hallandale Beach. President Hawley and Secretary-Treasurer Apana also joined AFM Symphonic Services Director Skolnick, AFM Symphonic Media Director Newmark, ROPA President Steve Wade, and ICSOM President Nicole Jordan to speak to fellows READ MORE