1. Make a Plan to Vote!
Tuesday, November 5, is Election Day! Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Early voting is also available through Sunday, November 3.
Make a plan to vote! Make sure you know your polling location, schedule a time to vote, and check out CSEA’s endorsed candidates. Remember, your voice is powerful, and voting is one of the most impactful ways to express it. This election is not just about choosing leaders; it’s about shaping the policies that affect our jobs, our communities, and our future. Every vote matters, and history has shown us that elections can be decided by a remarkably small number of votes. Let’s stand together and make our voices heard!
2. Election Highlight: The Equal Rights Amendment
CSEA supports the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), which would amend the State Constitution to include the right to an abortion, as well as anti-discrimination protections for gender identity and expression. Contrary to the misinformation being peddled by opponents, these provisions are already protected in state law; the ERA would simply enshrine existing law in the State Constitution. The Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA) was passed in 2019, which codified protections for gender identity and expression into law, while the Reproductive Health Act, also passed in 2019, protects abortion rights.
Don’t forget to flip over your ballot and vote YES on the ERA!
3. CSEA Legislative Toolkit
We’re encouraging members to get the word out about our legislative successes. Click the icons below for informational documents that you can print, share, and post on social media to spread the news. You can also check out CSEA’s summary of the 2024-2025 Enacted Budget here.
Tier 6 Reform:
Updating Civil Service Exams:
Counting Provisional Time Toward Promotions:
Employee Notice of Records Disclosure:
Minimum Age & Education Requirements for Exams: