Local 1496 - The Most Northern and Western UFCW Local in the World!

Why do I get a statement saying that I owe union dues when dues are supposed to be deducted from my paycheck?

Various employers deduct union dues from your paycheck on a specific pay period each month.  The employers deduct the dues from your paycheck as a negotiated part of your contract.  Some of the reasons your dues might not be deducted from your paycheck include:

1. You didn't have enough hours reported
2. You were not working due to vacation or illness during the pay period that dues were deducted
3. You are a new hire and the employer doesn't have a properly completed authorization form

If the dues are not deducted from your check, it is your responsibility to pay your dues.  Some, but not all, employers will deduct past dues from a future check.  If dues are not deducted from your paycheck and no self payment has been received by Local 1496, a "statement of account" notice will be sent to you from Local 1496.

If you have questions regarding dues or initiation, please call UFCW Membership Services at 258-1496 or 1-800-478-1496.