Aug 18, 2026

PEF members overwhelmingly ratify contract

August 18, 2026 — New York State Public Employees Federation (PEF) members turned out in force to ratify the union’s 2026-2031 collective bargaining agreement, with 88 percent of voters in...

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Jul 22, 2026

Check out the latest public service workshops!

PEF members in applicable titles who need continuing education hours can take advantage of the Public Service Workshops program. We maintain a list of the most recent workshops here.

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Jun 22, 2026

R7 awards three scholarships this year

June 22, 2026 — Region 7 offered three scholarships this year to dependents of Region 7 members.   Traditionally, the Region only offers two scholarships, honoring Paul Normandeau and Ellen Mainville, who both lost their lives to...

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Jun 10, 2026

Members invited to comment on federal and state legislative agendas

July 11, 2026 — The 48th Annual PEF Convention is set for October 18-21, 2026, in Niagara Falls.  The final delegate list is now on the Convention page. At Convention, delegates will...

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May 29, 2026

PEF Member Assaulted at Lakeview Correctional Facility

“On February 23, a rehabilitation coordinator and PEF member was simply doing her job when she was attacked by one of the incarcerated individuals she was assisting. This video, released...

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May 27, 2026

Tier 6 reforms a win for public employees

Changes to the Tier 6 pension plan included in the 2026–27 state budget agreement mark another significant step toward pension equity for public employees. “While pension equity for all Tier...

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