2025 Government Shutdown

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We understand this shutdown is placing unprecedented financial strain on federal employees and their families. That’s why AFGE is allowing members in a non-pay status to temporarily pause E-Dues payments for the duration of the government shutdown.

To delay your dues, contact your Local President or Secretary-Treasurer individually to request a hardship pause to your E-Dues payments. They will email you a secure link for transmitting proof of non-pay status during the shutdown and for signing the hardship request agreement.

Please download the TSA Letter to Creditors below. This document will serve as your proof of non-pay status.   

If your request is approved, no dues will be collected for the duration of the government shutdown. Once the shutdown ends, all missed dues will be collected automatically in the next billing cycle. 

A national initiative by AFGE mobilizing resources, information and advocacy to end the federal government shutdown and protect federal employees. Visit their campaign page for instructions on contacting your representatives, accessing support during the shutdown, and finding local organizing materials.

AFGE Local 899 deeply appreciates the community’s support for our TSA officers during this government shutdown. Many passengers and members of the public have asked how they can help or donate — thank you for standing with us.

Please note that Local 899 cannot directly accept donations of any kind.
However, anyone wishing to support TSA officers may do so through the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) via its Passenger Engagement Office:

📍 Metropolitan Airports Commission
Passenger Engagement Office
📞 612-726-5555

The MAC’s Passenger Engagement team is coordinating all community donations and assistance for TSA employees at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

On behalf of all TSA officers and their families — thank you for your generosity and solidarity during this challenging time.

Federal employees furloughed due to the shutdown may be eligible for unemployment benefits depending on your state’s eligibility requirements.

The Shutdown Assistance Map is an online, crowdsourced resource identifying national and local resources for federal employees affected by the shutdown – including assistance with groceries, utilities, transportation, and other needs. 

Have a question or a suggestion? We're always here to help. Contact us today and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.