New York teachers raise over $2 million for student scholarships
In Albany, New York, educators affiliated with the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) have collectively raised over $2 million to support student scholarships.
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NYSUT criticizes new federal bill over cuts impacting education and healthcare
NYSUT President Melinda Person has voiced strong opposition to the recently passed federal reconciliation bill.
NYSUT addresses issues in 2025 Regents exams for Biology, Earth Science
NYSUT President Melinda Person has addressed concerns regarding the 2025 New York Regents exams.
New York enacts first classroom heat law amid rising temperatures
This week, extreme heat conditions have highlighted the necessity for school districts to be adequately prepared to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Advocates rally at state Capitol urging daily school recess legislation
Education leaders, lawmakers, parents, and students convened at the New York State Capitol to advocate for legislation that prioritizes daily recess in schools.
Majority approve NY school budgets; most NYSUT-backed candidates win
Voters across New York State have shown strong support for public education, with a significant majority approving school budgets and electing candidates endorsed by the New York State United Teachers…
AFL-CIO launches ‘It’s Better in a Union’ nationwide bus tour
Labor leaders and workers gathered at the AFL-CIO headquarters in Washington, D.C., to commence the “It’s Better in a Union: Fighting for Freedom, Fairness and Security” bus tour.
NEA considers delegate recommendation on relationship with Anti-Defamation League
Among the key decisions made at the National Education Association’s (NEA) 2025 Representative Assembly, delegates voted to recommend that the NEA Executive Committee refrain from using, endorsing, or publicizing materials from the Anti-Defamation…
NFFE condemns Supreme Court ruling on federal worker layoffs
Today, the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE-IAM) expressed strong opposition to a Supreme Court ruling that permits President Trump to proceed with plans for reorganizing the civil service and using Reductions in Force (RIFs) to…
AFT leads coalition against Trump’s policies in New York Times ad
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT), along with a coalition of 149 organizations, has published a full-page advertisement in the New York Times.
Senate removes AI regulation ban from 2025 tax and spending bill
The Senate has taken a significant step in the ongoing debate over artificial intelligence regulations.
New wage rates take effect for multiple entertainment industry agreements
New wage rates are now in effect as of July 1, 2025, impacting several agreements including the Codified Basic Agreement (CBA), the Television Agreement (covering productions made for new media), low-budget theatrical and agnostic contracts, and…