CSEA seeks federal restraining order against
Paterson's furloughs of state employees
Albany, N.Y.-- The New York Legislature has approved a state budget extender which includes a mandatory one day per week off without pay for state employees. CSEA has already filed legal action seeking a temporary restraining order with the federal court in Albany.
CSEA has repeatedly stated that Governor Paterson's plan is misguided, mean spirited and will create more chaos during a time of economic uncertainty. Additionally, CSEA President Donohue says, "We will be doing everything we can to protect the rights of our members and the services that they provide to the people of New York."
CSEA will have more information about the legal action in the days to come. Legal proceedings will commence on Tuesday, May 11 when the court schedules a hearing.
For a news story about yesterday's protests around New York State, link to an article here written by Gannett's own Joe Spector, Jill Terreri and Cara Matthews. To watch a video of the rally on youtube, you can click here.
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