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Hochul Negotiates Lower Retirement Age for Public Workers

4/2/2026

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul is negotiating with labor leaders to lower the retirement age for public workers hired after 2014 from 62 to 55.
The plan could be included in the state budget.
The unions argue that pension enhancements are essential for recruitment and retention of public employees.
The talks are between Hochul and New York AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento, with legislative leaders not directly involved.

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul is negotiating with labor leaders to lower the retirement age for public workers hired after 2014 from 62 to 55.
The plan could be included in the state budget.
The unions argue that pension enhancements are essential for recruitment and retention of public employees.
The talks are between Hochul and New York AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento, with legislative leaders not directly involved.