PEF tentative agreement delivers raises, long-sought dental plan
I want members to know that the 2026-2031 Tentative Agreement for the PS&T Unit that is now up for ratification marks the culmination of a long and difficult road. We...
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Executive Board discusses contract, pension reforms, and Civil Service issues
June 12, 2026 — The PEF Executive Board met on June 4 and 5 in Albany, kicking off the quarterly meeting with a presentation on reforms to the pension plan, a Q&A with Civil Service...
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Board questions Civil Service commissioner about statewide compensation study
June 12, 2026 — In May 2024, the NYS Department of Civil Service issued a Request for Proposals to secure the services of a vendor to review the state’s total...
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Policy pushed for by PEF at OMH leads to discovery of 13 knives in patient’s room
June 12, 2026 — At the March 2025 PEF Executive Board meeting, members voted unanimously to consider a vote of no-confidence against Office of Mental Health (OMH) Commissioner Ann Marie...
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PEF leading the way on intersection of state workforce and Artificial Intelligence
June 12, 2026 — ALBANY, N.Y. – The New York State Public Employees Federation (PEF) convened its third summit on the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in the state workforce...
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QWL grants boost morale, provide worksites with appliance
June 12, 2026 — Through Article 14 of the PS&T contract, PEF divisions can apply for a grant of up to $1,250 per year for certain kitchen appliances to improve...
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PEF wins lawsuit against state on out-of-title grievances
June 12, 2026 — On April 23, 2026, PEF received a favorable court decision in a challenge to the Office of Employee Relations’ (OER) denials of out-of-title work grievances filed...
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PEF members participate in AFL-CIO convention
June 12, 2026 — Several PEF members attended the AFL-CIO’s 30th Constitutional Convention in Minneapolis, Minn., from June 7 to 10, with Region 7 Coordinator Barb Stransky representing the Jefferson,...
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Member’s interview with DOH doctor educates the public about Long COVID
June 12, 2026 — The dark days of the COVID-19 pandemic may have receded, but for some the health effects linger long past the active infection. For PEF member Jacklynn...
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