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What Does This Committee Do?
The Government Affairs Committee’s responsibility is to monitor and pursue legislative activities that relate to the AFA-CWA political agenda and to build positive relationships with candidates for office and elected officials.

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Specific Duties and Responsibilities
  • Make suggestions on initiatives that could be pursued in legislative affairs and political matters at the local level to the Local Executive Council (LEC). All problems/issues shall be discussed with the LEC President and MEC Government Affairs Chairperson for coordination at the airline level, of for processing at the AFA-CWA International level
  • Schedule and attend meetings with local elected officials and key staff
  • Act on and follow through on directives as established in the AFA-CWA Constitution & Bylaws and FlightPAC
  • Provide information about the FlightPAC program to Local Council Members. Coordinate enrollment for members who wish to participate.
  • Act on recommendations of the AFA-CWA Director of Government Affairs and AFA-CWA Legislative Policy Committee
  • Offer timely communications and reports to the LEC regarding the status of local activities
  • Review material, handle correspondence, and keep Local Council Members well informed of current legislative developments through the Communications Committee and reports at Local Council meetings
Why Would I Contact This Committee?

The Government Affairs Committee is available to help you with:

  • Accessing information about current political and legislative activity affecting Flight Attendants
  • Enrollment in FlightPAC, AFA’s political action committee

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FlightPAC

Read about FlightPAC

FlightPAC is a part of CWA’s Committee on Political Education (COPE), AFA’s Political Action Committee.  Election law prohibits labor organizations from using treasury dues to make contributions and expenditures in connection with federal elections.  Dues from our members are never contributed to campaigns.  Violations of campaign finance laws can result in civil penalties, therefore it is important for AFA-CWA leaders and Government Affairs Committee members to understand and observe the laws and rules which govern PAC’s and political activity.  FlightPAC allows members the opportunity to make voluntary contributions to provide financial support to federal candidates to federal office who are committed to helping us accomplish our legislative goals.

Download the FlightPAC form to build political power for us and our careers. FlightPAC only accepts contributions from AFA Members–click below to confirm you’re an AFA Member.

I'm an AFA Member and want to sign up for FlightPAC
Click here to download the FlightPAC form >

Mail your completed form to 518 C St NE, Washington, DC 20002.

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Who Do I Contact?

For assistance, contact any member of your Local Government Affairs Committee.  You can find a list of Committee Members on your Local Council Committees page.  For your convenience, a list of Committee Chairs and links to the Local Committee lists are below.

ANC

Jan Bottini-Strait
anc.governmentaffairs.chair@afaalaska.org

View the ANC Committee List >>

HNL

Contact LEC Officers
hnl.governmentaffairs.chair@afahawaiian.org

LAX (pmAS)

Contact LEC Officers
lax.governmentaffairs.chair@afaalaska.org

View the LAX (pmAS) Committee List >>

LAX (pmHA)

Bruni Agosto-Pinal
lax.governmentaffairs.chair@afahawaiian.org

PDX

Manda Bednarczyk
pdx.governmentaffairs.chair@afaalaska.org

View the PDX Committee List >>

SAN

Rebecca Garcia
san.governmentaffairs.chair@afaalaska.org

View the SAN Committee List >>

SEA

Melinda Jorge
sea.governmentaffairs.chair@afaalaska.org

View the SEA Committee List >>

SFO

Zoe Wulz
sfo.governmentaffairs.chair@afaalaska.org

View the SFO Committee List >>

MEC

Bruni Agosto-Pinal, MEC Chairperson
governmentaffairs@afaalaska.org

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Committee News

View the Government Affairs Committee news archives

Government Affairs Committee Update – 4th Quarter 2025

Posted: October 7, 2025

An update on what our Government Affairs Committee has been working on this quarter. Thank you to all our Members who remain engaged and to all our volunteers and Committee Members for dedicating their time representing our Members, advocating for the safety and advancement of our careers while strengthening our labor movement every single day […]

Take Action Now: Stop Cuts and Giveaway to Billionaires

Posted: June 26, 2025

It’s time to take action! The Senate is currently reviewing its version of the federal budget already passed in the House. There are seriously harmful cuts to benefits and rights we count on as workers. Below is a brief summary of their plans to cut from programs we count on to fund and supercharge a massive […]

FAA Finalizes 10 Hours Rest Rule

Posted: October 7, 2022

Government Affairs Committee The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) finalized a rule earlier this week requiring a minimum of 10 hours of irreducible rest for Flight Attendants between duty periods. Though Alaska Flight Attendants have benefitted from contractual language ensuring scheduled rest of greater than 10 hours between duty periods for over a decade, this rule […]

AFA Alaska Update – September 30, 2021

Posted: September 30, 2021

In This Edition URGENT: No More Shutdowns Having Difficulty Working with a Fellow Crew Member? How AFA Dues Deductions Work URGENT: No More Shutdowns AFA International Unless Congress acts before Thursday night (midnight, Friday morning), the federal government will shut down again. We need to make it clear: federal shutdowns are unacceptable. Aviation workers ended […]

AFA Update – December 11, 2020

Posted: December 11, 2020

In This Edition MEC Resolution on Gender Equality CALL CONGRESS: We’re Closer to #ReliefNow Than Ever Before Georgia Senate Runoff Election Community Resources for Those in Need MEC Resolution on Gender Equality Master Executive Council (MEC) AFA has long been a champion of equality both in and out of the workplace.  Over the course of many […]

Joint Contract Negotiations Session 14 – April 2026

The JNC continued its thorough review of both the Alaska and Hawaiian vacation systems, engaging in productive discussions with key company stakeholders. A collaborative approach was proposed to address the complex provisions, ensuring that all parties’ needs are considered. Looking ahead, the committee is preparing to gather feedback through a Crew Meal Survey and anticipates further sessions with management from June 2 to June 4.

Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the United States—a time to celebrate the vibrant stories, achievements, and enduring impact of these communities. Their cultures, traditions, and innovations have enriched every facet of American life, from art and science to activism and public service. What started in 1978 as a weeklong observance […]

Join The Picket Line: Support Horizon Flight Attendants on Tuesday, April 28

Since November 2023, Horizon Air Flight Attendants have been in negotiations, fighting tirelessly to secure a new contract that recognizes their work. Even after applying for mediation in January 2025, management continues to offer proposals that ignore the essential contributions Horizon Flight Attendants make to the success of Horizon Air and Alaska Air Group.  On […]

Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, April 21, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met in person at the Alaska Airlines Global Training Center in Renton, WA to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the […]

Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

On Monday, April 13, our AFA Local Hotel Committee Chairpersons met virtually to receive an update about current layover hotels and transportation providers and discuss concerns with management. Representing you at the meeting were Dori Marron (ANC), Jarod McNeill (SEA pmAS), Kelly Hepworth (PDX), Barry Spitzer (SFO), Brian Sherill (LAX pmAS), and Kanani Vallot (SAN), […]

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