December 12, 2024 — Governor Kathy Hochul announced this month the approval of pay increases for professional engineers, architects, land surveyors, landscape architects and geologists across New York State.
December 5, 2024 — Four bills that were part of PEF’s 2024 Legislative Priorities were sent to Governor Kathy Hochul on December 2. Both the State Senate and Assembly passed...
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December 4, 2024 — The Empire Plan and HMO premium rates for 2025 have been finalized by the Department of Civil Service. Plan rates are adjusted annually based on enrollee...
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Stay Organized in 2025: Your Ultimate Holiday, Pay Schedule & PEF Contact Calendar!
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Elaine Morris, a PEF member and steward at the State Education Department in Albany, is running the Walt Disney World’s Goofy Challenge next month and is seeking support from her...
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January 10, 2024 — Prior state service (service credit) is very important to understand before an active PEF member retires. I’ve compiled information below that will explain the service credit...
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December 12, 2024 — The PEF Jewish Committee invites members to participate in its annual Hanukkah celebration from 5:45 to 7:30 p.m. on December 16, both in person at the...
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November 25, 2024 — During this annual time of thanks, we reflect on the value of union membership and bring you 10 things your union accomplished for you, or with...
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November 25, 2024 — When emergencies strike at the worksite or in the community, PEF members are often the first ones to jump in and help – some doing it...
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