Think you may be eligible for loan forgiveness? Apply now!
June 17, 2022 — Social media is bursting with discussions about student loan forgiveness – from proponents who want to relieve some of the crushing debt as they grapple with...
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‘Fund Our Future’ campaign yields legislative wins
It has been a very busy spring for PEF! State lawmakers concluded their work at the start of this month, and I’m pleased to report that PEF pushed through more...
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New Region 2 coordinator elected, 8 executive board seats filled
June 17, 2022 — Shelby Wisneski is the new PEF Region 2 coordinator. She was the only certified candidate for the seat following the nomination period in PEF’s first...
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Now is the time to recognize essential workers at Albany County Probation
June 17, 2022 — During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, public servants across the country stepped up and went above and beyond to protect their communities. Some municipalities, hospitals,...
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The power of positive thinking amid a mental health crisis
June 17, 2022 — Times have been tough for PEF members the last few years – thousands faced COVID on the job as essential workers or endured the isolation brought...
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Enjoy summer, but keep protected from COVID
As we ease into summer, hopefully we are getting closer to being able to relax and start enjoying life without fear of COVID-19. It has been a long and arduous...
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State suspends weekly COVID testing requirement for unvaccinated employees
June 17, 2022 — The state suspended, effective June 7, its requirement that employees not vaccinated against COVID-19 be tested weekly for the virus. Nevertheless, the state Office of Employee...
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Letters to the Editor – June 2022
Report on more labor-related legal issues To The Editor: I have been a snowbird for several years now and have noticed how easily former civil service employees forget where their...
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Members ask tough questions at DOCCS annual Open Forum
May 17, 2022 — After a two-year hiatus due to COVID, President Wayne Spence, Statewide Labor Management Chair Steve Drake, and the Statewide Labor Management Team were eager to host...
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Member gathers skills and effectiveness with every challenge met
May 27, 2022 — It’s not unusual to find that someone who is investing a lot of time and energy in their union, is also carrying other responsibilities beyond...
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