FEATURES Thousands Strong
In 2004, unions counted 30 percent of federal workers as dues-paying members, much higher than the private sector average of 8 percent. Unions represented 1.2 million employees, 35 percent of federal workers, since nonmembers are often affected by negotiated agreements.
| Members | Employees Represented | |
|---|---|---|
| American Federation of Government Employees | 210,000 | 600,000 |
| National Treasury Employees Union | 78,000 | 150,000 |
| National Association of Government Employees | 46,000 | 65,000 |
| National Federation of Federal Employees | 14,000 | 69,000 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics; union LM-2 public disclosure forms
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