The 2024 Legislative Session is Done!
1. Session Ends
Early Saturday morning, the New York State Assembly adjourned for the year, following the Senate’s adjournment late Friday. This marks the end of the 2024 New York State Legislative Session. CSEA had a successful legislative session, including a massive Tier 6 victory in the state budget. In addition, our union was successful in getting several positive bills done after the budget. There were substantive changes to the civil service system, a first-in-the-nation law to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) in the public sector, and several bills to protect and support workers. Check out the full write-up of CSEA’s successes this session here.
2. Early Voting Begins June 15
Early Voting for the Primary Election begins Saturday, June 15, and runs to Sunday, June 23. This is a great way to vote quickly and conveniently. You don’t need to wait for Election Day! Times and locations vary by county. Click here for more information about early voting in your county and find your polling place. For information on CSEA’s endorsed candidates, click here.
3. Siela Bynoe for State Senate
Siela Bynoe has always fought for CSEA as a Nassau County Legislator. That is why CSEA has proudly endorsed her as she runs for the NYS Senate in the 6th District. We need her voice in Albany. Click below to see highlights of her experience standing up for Long Islanders and workers in Nassau County. For more information on CSEA primary endorsements, visit cseany.org/vote.
4. OSC Workforce Report
The Office of the State Comptroller published a report on state workforce trends from 2014-2023. Unsurprisingly, the report shows that the state workforce has declined significantly over the last decade, losing about 7% of total staff since 2014. However, there are some signs of improvement. The workforce grew by about 3% from 2022 to 2023 and the amount of overtime worked has dropped significantly in several state agencies. However, we still have a lot of work to do to reduce the reliance on overtime, especially at agencies like OMH, OPWDD, and DOCCS. You can read the full report here.
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 CSEA’s summary of the 2024-2025 Enacted Budget here.
Tier 6 Reform:
Ambulance Direct Payments:
Bumping, Retreating and Rehiring Rights:
Civil Service Exam Announcements:
School Workplace Violence Prevention Programs:
Counting Provisional Time Toward Probation: