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Kaiser Permanente Workers Prepare to Strike for Higher Wages

10/5/2025

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Nearly 4,000 Kaiser Permanente workers in Oregon and southwest Washington plan to strike October 14 without a deal.
The Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals represents them. Contracts expired September 30.
The strike could affect Interstate 5 facilities, including Sunnyside and Westside Medical Centers. Kaiser offers a 20% raise over four years. Workers seek 27%.

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Nearly 4,000 Kaiser Permanente workers in Oregon and southwest Washington plan to strike October 14 without a deal.
The Oregon Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals represents them. Contracts expired September 30.
The strike could affect Interstate 5 facilities, including Sunnyside and Westside Medical Centers. Kaiser offers a 20% raise over four years. Workers seek 27%.