IAFF Front Line News Alert – In anticipation of a ruling, which could come at any moment, the IAFF has prepared this short video to help affiliates prepare for the changes resulting from a potentially negative ruling.

by NYSPFFA | Jun 23, 2018 | nyspffa_news

The U.S. Supreme Court is on the verge of issuing its opinion in Janus v. AFSCME Council 31, deciding whether the collection of agency or fair-share fees from non-union members is unconstitutional and invalid in public sector employment. In anticipation of a ruling,...

Local request for information – Utica, NY. Information on promotional testing versus open competitive

by NYSPFFA | Jun 22, 2018 | nyspffa_news

Utica, NY Local Civil Service (upon request of Mayor) is attempting to change our Chief's test from promotional to open competitive. We are asking for any talking points supporting promotional testing and/or against open competitive testing. Please assist us!!! Thank...

IAFF PEP Event additional information – White Plains, NY

by NYSPFFA | Jun 21, 2018 | nyspffa_news

The 1st District Partnership Education (PEP) event and Caucus is scheduled for June 26-27 in White Plains, New York. If you’ve already registered for the PEP event and Caucus, visit the PEP event website for an agenda and additional details. If you’ve already...

Legislative Update: Chiefs Qualification Bill passes Senate today – now through both houses

by NYSPFFA | Jun 21, 2018 | nyspffa_news

Dear Brothers and Sisters, After a long day at the Capital I am happy to announce that our Chief's Qualification bill has finally passed the Senate, so it is now through both houses.  We have received much support on this bill but a special thank you to Senator Fred...

Legislative Update: Disciplinary Bill just passed Senate

by NYSPFFA | Jun 19, 2018 | nyspffa_news

Our Disciplinary Bill just passed Senate.  More information to follow.