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Your contract, the documents you need, member benefit plans, and the national resources behind your membership. Bookmark this page.
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The Master Agreement
The national contract between AFGE and the VA — the document that governs your rights, pay, leave, discipline, and working conditions. Know it. Use it.
Documents & forms
Contract & VA documents
The key documents every member should have. Click to open or download the PDF.
AFGE–VA Master Agreement
The national contract that governs your rights, pay, leave, discipline, and working conditions.
VA Handbook
Department of Veterans Affairs policy reference for employees.
Telework Agreement
The telework agreement form and guidance for eligible employees.
VA Directive 5021
Employee/management relations and the performance management system.
VA Form 119
Record of contact — used to document conversations with management.
Workers' Compensation
Guidance for filing an on-the-job injury claim through the Department of Labor.
2026 Election Results
Official results of the Local 1224 officer elections.
5 U.S.C. Chapter 71
The federal labor-management relations statute — the law behind your right to a union.
Submit an issue / grievance
Start a grievance or request representation. Tell us what happened and a rep will follow up.
Looking for member benefit plans?
Insurance plans — life, dental, vision, and Aflac — plus national AFGE member benefits now live on the Union Benefits page.
FAQ
Common questions
How do I file a claim for an on-the-job injury?
How do I report an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) concern?
What steps can I take to address a hostile work environment?
If the worst happens
Government shutdown resources
A curated list of Nevada housing, legal aid, and emergency assistance for federal workers during a lapse in pay.
United Way Emergency Fund
Emergency Food & Shelter Program support.
Nevada HAND
Affordable housing and resident services in Southern Nevada.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Free civil legal help for Las Vegas-area residents.
Nevada Legal Services
Statewide free legal assistance.
Clark County Social Services
County assistance programs for residents in need.
Help Hope Home
Southern Nevada community resource guide.
SafeNest
Domestic violence crisis support, 24/7.
OPM Sample Letters
Sample letters for creditors and landlords during a shutdown.