SAG-AFTRA Members to Vote on New TV Animation Agreement with Wage Hikes and AI Protections

SAG-AFTRA's Executive Committee has unanimously approved a tentative four-year television animation agreement, which includes annual wage increases, expanded AI protections, and improved streaming residuals for voice actors. Members will receive voting instructions today, October 8, 2026, with the deadline to cast votes set for October 29. This agreement aims to empower the animation voiceover community with gains similar to those in live-action agreements.