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WHAT IS AN INTERIM AGREEMENT? S AG-AFTRA is offering independent productions the ability to sign an agreement that consists of the terms of our last offer to the AMPTP before we went on strike. These agreements are a strategic tool that enhances the union's bargaining leverage and weakens the power of studios, networks and streamers in negotiations. Interim agreements are only available to rigorously vetted independent productions that agree to be bound by the terms of SAG-AFTRA's last offer. Importantly, our terms govern these independents, and our terms attach if and when they are licensed during the strike for distribution to various types of media, including television networks and streaming services. Projects that have signed the Interim Agreement are listed on sagaftrastrike.org. OUR PROPOSALS "H ere's the simple truth: We're up against a system where those in charge of multibillion-dollar media conglomerates are rewarded for exploiting workers," the Negotiating Committee wrote to members July 17. For transparency, the message also included a chart of our proposals which illustrates just how far apart we remain on key issues. The chart also indicates where we've reached tentative agreements, as well as proposals strategically withdrawn as part of the negotiating process. SCAN TO READ MORE Tory Kittles, Colin Farrell and Shea Whigham picket at Disney. Chicago members rally in solidarity. After donating crates of water to picketers, Vanessa Hudgens joins the picket line. CONNECT WITH US … Visit sagaftrastrike.org for photos, videos and the latest news. producers is a necessary tactic in order to exert leverage on the employers responsible for exploitative labor practices — and this is why members headed to picket lines and rallies. In the ensuing weeks, the voices heard coming out of the megaphones have been human, not AI generated. NOT ALL WORK IS STRUCK With its broad membership, SAG-AFTRA is a union that represents many different types of media professionals and has multiple contracts. This strike is specific to television, theatrical and streaming work being done under the TV/Theatrical Agreements, and SAG-AFTRA's Notice of Non-Struck Work provides details of all the areas in which performers may continue to work and earn a living, while exerting pressure on the TV/Theatrical/ Streaming producers throughout the strike. Are you a part of this historic moment? Answers to common questions and details on picket locations can be found at sagaftrastrike.org. ●