PEF statement on State of the State address
Following Governor Kathy Hochul’s State of the State address on Jan. 9, 2024, PEF President Wayne Spence issued the following statement: “After a decade of neglect, Governor Kathy Hochul has...
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Merry Christmas
A message from PEF President Wayne Spence My best wishes to all PEF members as they celebrate the holidays with loved ones and friends. Thank you for everything you did...
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PEF secures overtime backpay for thousands earned during COVID
Thanks to PEF’s persistence, the State will begin paying more than 1,700 current and former members of the Professional, Scientific and Technical bargaining unit for overtime work on certain COVID-19...
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Happy Hanukkah
Wishing all who celebrate a warm & happy Hanukkah season filled with peace, love and light. Chag Urim Sameach!
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PEF on the Plaza: Educating members about the value of their union
This year more than any other, PEF members received multiple dishonest communications via email and regular mail containing false details about opting out of the union. Organized labor is often...
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Colder days and early sunsets herald the holiday season in New York. No matter how you celebrate, I hope the spirit is one of thanks and solidarity. Have a happy...
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New Vision/Dental Eligibility for Dependents to Age 26
In accordance with the 2023-2026 PEF/State Agreement, dependents up to age 26 will be eligible for dental and vision benefits, regardless of student status, effective Jan. 1, 2024. The...
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