Deal reached to end illegal strike by New York state prison workers, governor says
Associated PressNEW YORK — New York Gov. Hochul said the state and the union for striking correctional workers agreed to binding terms after four days of mediation talks. Hochul said the mediated settlement addresses many of the workers’ concerns, puts the state prison system on the path to safe operations and prevents future unsanctioned work stoppages. “My top priority is the safety of all New Yorkers, and for the past 11 days, I have deployed every possible State resource to protect the well-being of correction officers, the incarcerated population and local communities across New York,” Hochul said in a statement. The union, the New York State Correctional Officers & Police Benevolent Association, Inc., did not immediately respond to a message seeking comment.
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