An open letter from PEF President Wayne Spence: The 50,000 members of the union I lead, the New York State Public Employees Federation, are dedicated professionals who provide vital public...
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Sept. 14, 2023 — “Starbucks claims to be a progressive company, but when it comes to respecting workers’ rights, you’re anything but progressive. As Starbucks customers, we are calling on...
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The Los Angeles Times, in reporting on recent organized labor wins, recently coined the phrase “Hot Labor Summer.” Here at PEF, we certainly agree! PEF’s big win this summer,...
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On opening day of the New York State Fair August 23, PEF members were ready and waiting at state agency booths with giveaways and, more importantly, information for fairgoers. From...
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Please keep an eye on your home mailboxes for an urgent letter from PEF! Approximately two thousand current and former New York State employees in PEF’s PS&T Unit will receive...
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PEF President Wayne Spence hosted a Telephone Town Hall for all members on June 28 about the 2023-2026 PEF/State Tentative Agreement that is being sent to the membership for ratification. ...
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PEF recognizes Juneteenth as a day of celebration as well as a day of reflection. We celebrate this day while remaining committed to the pursuit of racial justice and equity.
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Highlights of the June issue of The Communicator include the PS&T contract passing for member ratification, legislative wins in the Senate and Assembly, updates on anti-union attacks, vaccine mandate...
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