ALBANY, NY — Two union units representing state troopers have successfully ratified new contracts with the State.

The agreements affect approximately 4,000 employees and include several key benefits. These include annual salary increases, increased workplace pay, up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and changes to health benefits.

These contracts are expected to remain in effect until March 31, 2026.

“With this contract, New York State both recognizes the tireless work of our current Soldiers and sends a message to New Yorkers that the State is committed to fairness for those who join our ranks . In talking with our colleagues across the Northeast and across the country, we know that the paid parental leave and other benefits in this contract set a new model that other states must replicate to retain and recruit the best of the best. We look forward to continuing our work to protect and serve all New Yorkers,” said New York State Troopers PBA President Charles W. Murphy.

Notably, this is the first time that voting on the contract has taken place electronically.

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