• December 30 deadline draws near for COVID overtime calculation disputes

    December 30 deadline draws near for COVID overtime calculation disputes

    November 13, 2026 — In May 2026, PEF fully resolved its lawsuit challenging the State’s mishandling of COVID-19-related overtime compensation. This case impacts nearly 2,000 employees and former employees. As...

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  • Coordinating artificial reefs program in NYS, PEF member works to improve marine habitats

    Coordinating artificial reefs program in NYS, PEF member works to improve marine habitats

    October 13, 2020 — Much of the ocean floor is barren and largely devoid of habitats, making it difficult for organisms and marine life to thrive. To support and enhance...

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  • Dental clinic opens at Empire State Plaza Concourse

    Dental clinic opens at Empire State Plaza Concourse

    November 13, 2026 — PEF members and covered dependents enrolled in the New York State Dental Plan now have access to comprehensive dental care at an Onsite Dental Clinic at...

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  • Convention resolutions report: What delegates decided

    Convention resolutions report: What delegates decided

    November 13, 2026 — When in session each year, the PEF Convention is the union’s highest decision-making body. Delegates consider and vote on various resolutions written by their fellow delegates,...

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  • Flexible Spending Account enrollment for 2027 open through December 7

    Flexible Spending Account enrollment for 2027 open through December 7

    November 13, 2026 — PEF members who have not yet enrolled or wish to re-enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) have only until Dec. 7, 2026, at 11:59 p.m....

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  • PEF members celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Civil Service event 

    PEF members celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Civil Service event 

    November 2, 2026 — The Department of Civil Service hosted a celebration Sept. 26 in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month. President Lyndon B. Johnson established Hispanic Heritage Week in...

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  • Retirees in Action: Final average salary and call center delays: We met with OSC to get answers and share concerns

    Retirees in Action: Final average salary and call center delays: We met with OSC to get answers and share concerns

    November 13, 2026 — I’m writing this month’s column following a very successful 48th annual PEF Convention! Retirees and active PEF members are rooted in solidarity when it comes to...

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  • State of the Union: PEF must build on progress, prepare for future

    State of the Union: PEF must build on progress, prepare for future

    October 30, 2026 —  President Wayne Spence delivered a clear message in his State of the Union address at Convention on Oct. 19, 2026: PEF made meaningful progress in the...

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  • Delegates deliver at PEF Convention 2026

    Delegates deliver at PEF Convention 2026

    More than 700 dedicated PEF members – the largest gathering since before the Covid pandemic – convened in Niagara Falls Oct. 18-21, 2026, to conduct the business of the...

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