One voice for many.
CSEA.
AMPLIFYING YOUR VOICE.
Our union brings together the diverse voices of more than 250,000 hardworking members united by a common goal: a better life and a secure future. When we stand together and speak with one voice, we build power to protect each other, win real improvements, and support the vital public services our communities rely on. We are CSEA Local 1000, AFSCME, AFL-CIO. We are one voice for many.
State passes second budget extender
The State Senate and Assembly passed on Tuesday a state budget extender that will keep state government open through April 14. This extender contains funds to pay CSEA Executive Branch members on the Institution payroll.
Tell Governor Hochul and the State Legislature to Fix Tier 6 in the final State Budget!
The State Legislature and Governor Hochul are currently negotiating the final State Budget. We need to make sure that the budget includes meaningful reforms to Tier 6!
2026 CSEA Weekend at Yankee Stadium
We are again holding CSEA Weekend at Yankee Stadium! See the New York Yankees at discounted ticket prices, get a free custom CSEA cap and support the Special Olympics New York! That’s a win!
CSEA 2026 statewide scholarships are available
Graduating high school seniors who are dependents of CSEA active members are eligible to apply for and potentially receive one of our union’s statewide college scholarships. CSEA awards 18 $1,000 scholarships under the Irving Flaumenbaum Memorial Scholarship program. Pearl Insurance and MetLife each sponsor a one-time $2,500 award. Also available is the J.J. Kelly Memorial Scholarship Application, open to active members and eligible dependents going to college, trade school or post-secondary program.
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This Week in Albany
This Week in Labor Education
Benefits Designed
Around You
Education & Career Advancement
Your career development is our priority. Access civil service test prep and professional development resources. Learn about CSEA and AFSCME scholarships and discounted college programs for you and your family.
Finance & Credit
Explore CSEA’s low fixed rate credit card, mortgage and credit counseling programs.
Everyday Discounts
Get exclusive discounts on travel, entertainment, heating oil, propane, appliances, cars and more.
Personal Legal Services
Take advantage of heavily discounted legal services including wills, trusts, estate planning and more!
What’s happening
around our regions
Region One Member Appreciation Night
5231 Express Dr. North, Holtsville, NY 11742
Introducing
the New CSEA
Voices of
our members
Being part of CSEA has given me more than job security; it’s given me the gift of time. Thanks to our union, I have holidays, weekends, and family time that I never could have cherished before. That balance makes all the difference.
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Civil Service Test Preparation & Job Information
Members can prepare for the civil service examination with free Civil Service Test Preparation Booklets, online courses and civil service test preparation workshops.
