Our union has been impact bargaining with OHSU because both parties did not foresee this as a taxable benefit. We have met with OHSU beyond the 90 day requirement and have not agreed on a solution that addresses the taxability issue during the duration of this contract. OHSU is only willing to discuss operationalizing a prospective tax exempt meal plan in the next contract.

Meanwhile, OHSU proposed a $5 increase to the monthly meal allowance as their final offer– that is up to $120 for the two remaining years of our contract and subject to taxes. Our union members voted unanimously to reject OHSU’s offer and we have requested that OHSU continue to bargain beyond the 90 day requirement. Our union is organizing a petition – the demand is to continue working on a tax exempt meal plan by July 2026, so that House Officers can afford meals now!  >>PETITION<<