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Social Worker Title Restructuring FAQ

The PEF Civil Service Enforcement/Research Department put together a FAQ covering commonly asked questions about the Social Worker title restructuring. Access it here. PEF will...

New NY dental insurer: What we know as of June 14, 2024

PEF led a multi-year, multi-union campaign advocating for the State to change its dental insurer. Our main objective was finding a plan that provides you with a more robust provider...

PEF Telephone Town Hall for Social Workers: June 13, 2024

PEF President Wayne Spence and Vice President Randi DiAntonio, a Licensed Master Social Worker at OPWDD, held a Telephone Town Hall on June 13, 2024, to update members on the...

Citing “Unintended Consequences,” Governor Hochul Hits Pause Button on NYC Congestion Pricing Plan

After listening to concerns from various public employee unions, including those raised by PEF President Wayne Spence, Governor Kathy Hochul announced in June 6, 2024, that Manhattan’s congestion pricing program...

Memorial Day

On this Memorial Day 2024, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. From our PEF family to yours, thank you!

Leadership Development Program accepting applications

May 15, 2024 — In accordance with Article 15 of the PEF Contract, the Leadership Development Program (LDP) for 2024 is now enrolling Professional, Scientific and Technical Services (PS&T) unit...

Tell your elected leaders to focus on issues important to PEF members!

As the end of the 2024 New York State Legislative Session approaches, we have 7 active letter writing campaigns. Click the links below to send an email to your elected...

PEF Telephone Town Hall: May 8, 2024

A PEF Telephone Town Hall held on May 8, 2024, brought together PEF President Wayne Spence, Vice Presidents Randi DiAntonio and Darlene Williams, PEF Legislative Director Patrick Lyons and PEF...

Second dental stipend expected be paid this month

The $400 dental stipend for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, negotiated as part of the 2023-2026 PEF/State Agreement, is expected to be in checks dated May 22 (Administration) and May 30...