1. CPS Virtual Training
Governor Hochul signed S.6357/A.7341, which allows Child Protective Services caseworkers to complete certain training requirements, excluding the annual in-service training requirement virtually, rather than in-person. This removes a costly and time-consuming burden on both caseworkers and their employers. In addition, permitting virtual trainings increases flexibility for caseworkers, allowing them to complete training at a time and pace that fits their demanding schedules. Localities will need to opt into this law. CSEA’s Political Action Coordinators will be working with local governments across the state to ensure the law’s adoption.
2. New DMV Regulations
Earlier this month, regulations from the Department of Motor Vehicles went into effect that increased points for certain violations, including speeding in a work zone and overtaking a stopped school bus. Now, a driver who violates these laws will receive eight points on their license, up from five points. This is an important step in deterring drivers from endangering public employees and school children across the state. CSEA will be continuing to advance measures that improve safety for members in the upcoming legislative session.
3. U.S. House Elections
Republican Rep. John Duarte has conceded to his Democratic challenger Adam Gray in California’s 13th Congressional District. The contest was the last unresolved House race in the country, and with Gray’s victory, Republicans won 220 seats to Democrats’ 215. This means that Republicans will control the U.S. House of Representatives by a slim three-vote margin.
4. Beware of Pension Scams
State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli is warning current and former government workers using New York’s public retirement system to be vigilant when logging into the online site after reports of a potential cyber threat. Scammers have created a fake website mimicking that of Retirement Online. The hackers attempt to trick users into logging into the fake sites and then get their login credentials. If you are trying to access the website, you should do so only through the state comptroller’s website. Using a search engine to access Retirement Online could provide links to the deceptive unofficial sites.
5. 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 the summary of CSEA’s work during the 2023-2024 legislative session.
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Counting Provisional Time Towards Promotions: |
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