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As we say goodbye to 2025, one last holiday party to share from our largest Region, Region 8! Congrats to Andre Brown and Cynthia Robinson for winning the Masquerade Costume Contest! For the full album check out the Region 8 Holiday Party 2025 photo album on our FB page.

NYSPEF's tweet image. As we say goodbye to 2025, one last holiday party to share from our largest Region, Region 8! Congrats to Andre Brown and Cynthia Robinson for winning the Masquerade Costume Contest!

For the full album check out the Region 8 Holiday Party 2025 photo album on our FB page.
NYSPEF's tweet image. As we say goodbye to 2025, one last holiday party to share from our largest Region, Region 8! Congrats to Andre Brown and Cynthia Robinson for winning the Masquerade Costume Contest!

For the full album check out the Region 8 Holiday Party 2025 photo album on our FB page.
NYSPEF's tweet image. As we say goodbye to 2025, one last holiday party to share from our largest Region, Region 8! Congrats to Andre Brown and Cynthia Robinson for winning the Masquerade Costume Contest!

For the full album check out the Region 8 Holiday Party 2025 photo album on our FB page.
NYSPEF's tweet image. As we say goodbye to 2025, one last holiday party to share from our largest Region, Region 8! Congrats to Andre Brown and Cynthia Robinson for winning the Masquerade Costume Contest!

For the full album check out the Region 8 Holiday Party 2025 photo album on our FB page.

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Here’s to another year of growing, learning, and celebrating milestones together. Happy 2026!

NYSPEF's tweet image. Here’s to another year of growing, learning, and celebrating milestones together. Happy 2026!

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PEF Division 187 made it their mission to feed New York this holiday season by donating $2,000 to local food banks. Read the full story: communicator.pef.org/issue/volume-4…

NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF Division 187 made it their mission to feed New York this holiday season by donating $2,000 to local food banks.

Read the full story: communicator.pef.org/issue/volume-4…

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PEF SPECIAL ELECTION PETITIONS ARE NOW LIVE! pef.org/elections/ Petitions are due by 5:00PM on January 27, 2026. For questions regarding this special election process please email the committee at: [email protected]

NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF SPECIAL ELECTION PETITIONS ARE NOW LIVE!
pef.org/elections/

Petitions are due by 5:00PM on January 27, 2026. For questions regarding this special election process please email the committee at: SpecialElections@pef.org

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Did you know that your PEF contract benefits extend to continuing education? PEF’s Training Specialists Tamara Carney and Janna Herchenroder explain Article 15 and the benefits for PEF members looking to further their education!


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PEF VP Randi DiAntonio: "“The trends across the facilities are very similar: staff burnout, resignations, and forced overtime. If you don’t have the staff for security purposes, you can’t move people to the proper areas for programs. It really affects the entire system.” Read…


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ICYMI: PEF Special Election Petitions are Live! pef.org/elections/ Petitions are due by 5:00PM on January 27, 2026. For questions regarding this special election process please email the committee at: [email protected]

NYSPEF's tweet image. ICYMI: PEF Special Election Petitions are Live!

pef.org/elections/

Petitions are due by 5:00PM on January 27, 2026. For questions regarding this special election process please email the committee at: SpecialElections@pef.org

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Three new workshops are now available: Adapting to Change, Audit Reporting, and Legalized Cannabis. Sign up today: pef.org/about/public-s…

NYSPEF's tweet image. Three new workshops are now available: Adapting to Change, Audit Reporting, and Legalized Cannabis.

Sign up today: pef.org/about/public-s…

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Not receiving PEF emails? If you opted out, you need to opt back in! Please fill out the form below so we have permission to contact you. You can also use the form to update your personal email, cell phone, or any other contact info. Thank you! pef.org/emailme/

NYSPEF's tweet image. Not receiving PEF emails? If you opted out, you need to opt back in!

Please fill out the form below so we have permission to contact you. You can also use the form to update your personal email, cell phone, or any other contact info. Thank you!

pef.org/emailme/

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Region 3 was on the move today! First stop: Batavia Veterans’ Home, followed by Tax & Finance, and then the School for the Blind. They connected with members about their PEF MBP benefits, discussed what’s ahead in the State budget, and shared updates on contract negotiations.…

NYSPEF's tweet image. Region 3 was on the move today! First stop: Batavia Veterans’ Home, followed by Tax & Finance, and then the School for the Blind. They connected with members about their PEF MBP benefits, discussed what’s ahead in the State budget, and shared updates on contract negotiations.…
NYSPEF's tweet image. Region 3 was on the move today! First stop: Batavia Veterans’ Home, followed by Tax & Finance, and then the School for the Blind. They connected with members about their PEF MBP benefits, discussed what’s ahead in the State budget, and shared updates on contract negotiations.…
NYSPEF's tweet image. Region 3 was on the move today! First stop: Batavia Veterans’ Home, followed by Tax & Finance, and then the School for the Blind. They connected with members about their PEF MBP benefits, discussed what’s ahead in the State budget, and shared updates on contract negotiations.…
NYSPEF's tweet image. Region 3 was on the move today! First stop: Batavia Veterans’ Home, followed by Tax & Finance, and then the School for the Blind. They connected with members about their PEF MBP benefits, discussed what’s ahead in the State budget, and shared updates on contract negotiations.…

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Members of Division 390 at Hale Creek Correctional Facility enjoyed a fantastic holiday celebration filled with great food, camaraderie, and fun. PEF Vice President Randi DiAntonio and Regional Coordinator Chris Dunham were proud to attend and celebrate with members. Special…

NYSPEF's tweet image. Members of Division 390 at Hale Creek Correctional Facility enjoyed a fantastic holiday celebration filled with great food, camaraderie, and fun.

PEF Vice President Randi DiAntonio and Regional Coordinator Chris Dunham were proud to attend and celebrate with members. Special…
NYSPEF's tweet image. Members of Division 390 at Hale Creek Correctional Facility enjoyed a fantastic holiday celebration filled with great food, camaraderie, and fun.

PEF Vice President Randi DiAntonio and Regional Coordinator Chris Dunham were proud to attend and celebrate with members. Special…
NYSPEF's tweet image. Members of Division 390 at Hale Creek Correctional Facility enjoyed a fantastic holiday celebration filled with great food, camaraderie, and fun.

PEF Vice President Randi DiAntonio and Regional Coordinator Chris Dunham were proud to attend and celebrate with members. Special…
NYSPEF's tweet image. Members of Division 390 at Hale Creek Correctional Facility enjoyed a fantastic holiday celebration filled with great food, camaraderie, and fun.

PEF Vice President Randi DiAntonio and Regional Coordinator Chris Dunham were proud to attend and celebrate with members. Special…

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📣 Attention PEF Members: AFT DELEGATE ELECTION PETITIONS ARE NOW LIVE! Click the link below to download a petition to apply to be an AFT convention delegate. Complete petitions are due by 5PM on February 3, 2026. Please refer to rules for procedures on returning your completed…

NYSPEF's tweet image. 📣 Attention PEF Members:

AFT DELEGATE ELECTION PETITIONS ARE NOW LIVE! Click the link below to download a petition to apply to be an AFT convention delegate.

Complete petitions are due by 5PM on February 3, 2026. Please refer to rules for procedures on returning your completed…

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PEF was at @GovKathyHochul's State of the State address today, with President Spence talking to lawmakers on both sides of the aisle about PEF's priorities -- from pension reform to AI regulation to safety in the workplace. STATEMENT: bit.ly/3NsqLhT

NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF was at @GovKathyHochul's State of the State address today, with President Spence talking to lawmakers on both sides of the aisle about PEF's priorities -- from pension reform to AI regulation to safety in the workplace. STATEMENT: bit.ly/3NsqLhT
NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF was at @GovKathyHochul's State of the State address today, with President Spence talking to lawmakers on both sides of the aisle about PEF's priorities -- from pension reform to AI regulation to safety in the workplace. STATEMENT: bit.ly/3NsqLhT
NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF was at @GovKathyHochul's State of the State address today, with President Spence talking to lawmakers on both sides of the aisle about PEF's priorities -- from pension reform to AI regulation to safety in the workplace. STATEMENT: bit.ly/3NsqLhT
NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF was at @GovKathyHochul's State of the State address today, with President Spence talking to lawmakers on both sides of the aisle about PEF's priorities -- from pension reform to AI regulation to safety in the workplace. STATEMENT: bit.ly/3NsqLhT

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Thank you, @Gabriellain109! As the union representing professionals at the Office of Cultural Education, which includes the New York State Library, we agree! pef.org/pef_files/docs…

NYSPEF's tweet image. Thank you, @Gabriellain109!  As the union representing professionals at the Office of Cultural Education, which includes the New York State Library, we agree!

pef.org/pef_files/docs…

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PEF members: Join a live Zoom event Wed., Jan. 14 at 3:30 p.m.! Valerie Fuller (AANP president) will discuss new federal loan limits, grad borrowing, and why nursing may no longer be considered a professional degree. zoom.us/webinar/regist…

NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF members: Join a live Zoom event Wed., Jan. 14 at 3:30 p.m.!

Valerie Fuller (AANP president) will discuss new federal loan limits, grad borrowing, and why nursing may no longer be considered a professional degree.
zoom.us/webinar/regist…

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It's opening day of the 2026 NYS Legislative Session and PEF is in the house! @NYSAFLCIO President Mario Cilento | @NYSComptroller Thomas DiNapoli |Assemblymember Jen Lunsford

NYSPEF's tweet image. It's opening day of the 2026 NYS Legislative Session and PEF is in the house! @NYSAFLCIO President Mario Cilento | @NYSComptroller Thomas DiNapoli |Assemblymember Jen Lunsford
NYSPEF's tweet image. It's opening day of the 2026 NYS Legislative Session and PEF is in the house! @NYSAFLCIO President Mario Cilento | @NYSComptroller Thomas DiNapoli |Assemblymember Jen Lunsford
NYSPEF's tweet image. It's opening day of the 2026 NYS Legislative Session and PEF is in the house! @NYSAFLCIO President Mario Cilento | @NYSComptroller Thomas DiNapoli |Assemblymember Jen Lunsford

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Region 1 and 2 Members! Jet Dental Clinic – January 20 & 21, 2026 A Jet Dental clinic is coming to Cattaraugus County! New York State Dental Plan enrollees and covered dependents can receive preventive dental care, including cleanings, exams and X-rays in your area. You must…

NYSPEF's tweet image. Region 1 and 2 Members!

Jet Dental Clinic – January 20 & 21, 2026
A Jet Dental clinic is coming to Cattaraugus County! New York State Dental Plan enrollees and covered dependents can receive preventive dental care, including cleanings, exams and X-rays in your area. You must…

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PEF Division 241 (Creedmor Psychiatric Center) held a membership meeting today. The nurses, rehab staff, psychiatrists and intensive case managers who attended heard from Council Leader Michele Rosello and Assistant Council Leader Dr. Darlyne Richardson about the contract, as…

NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF Division 241 (Creedmor Psychiatric Center) held a membership meeting today. The nurses, rehab staff, psychiatrists and intensive case managers who attended heard from Council Leader Michele Rosello and Assistant Council Leader Dr. Darlyne Richardson about the contract, as…
NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF Division 241 (Creedmor Psychiatric Center) held a membership meeting today. The nurses, rehab staff, psychiatrists and intensive case managers who attended heard from Council Leader Michele Rosello and Assistant Council Leader Dr. Darlyne Richardson about the contract, as…
NYSPEF's tweet image. PEF Division 241 (Creedmor Psychiatric Center) held a membership meeting today. The nurses, rehab staff, psychiatrists and intensive case managers who attended heard from Council Leader Michele Rosello and Assistant Council Leader Dr. Darlyne Richardson about the contract, as…

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🚨 Important Reminder 🚨 Petitioning for the 2026 AFT Convention begins Monday, January 12, 2026. An email will be sent with the link to download and complete the petitions. If you have any questions regarding the AFT Delegate Election process, please contact the PEF Divisions…

NYSPEF's tweet image. 🚨 Important Reminder 🚨

Petitioning for the 2026 AFT Convention begins Monday, January 12, 2026. An email will be sent with the link to download and complete the petitions.

If you have any questions regarding the AFT Delegate Election process, please contact the PEF Divisions…

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📣 Reminder: Petitioning for the 2026 AFT Convention begins Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9am.

NYSPEF's tweet image. 📣 Reminder: Petitioning for the 2026 AFT Convention begins Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9am.

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