of our union at the New York State Workforce Budget Hearing before
the Senate and Assembly. Our union emphasized the critical need for
sustained investments in state agencies, health care facilities, local
governments, schools, and child care programs. CSEA also advocated for
policies that remove barriers to public sector employment and strengthen
workforce recruitment and retention efforts. The state budget was being
finalized as this edition went to press. Visit cseany.org for the latest news.