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UPSEU is committed to being the preeminent organization representing public sector employees by providing professional, on-site representation, superior negotiations, and adherence to democratic principles which maintain the integrity of the union for the benefit of our members and their families.

INFORMATION REGARDING TAX DEDUCTIBILITY OF OVERTIME

Under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and IRS Notice 2025-69, certain employees may now deduct a portion of their overtime pay from their federal taxable income.

Important:
This does not change your hourly rate, overtime eligibility, paycheck amount, tax withholding, or collective bargaining agreement. Any potential benefit will be realized only when you file your 2025 taxes.

Annual deduction limits apply:

$12,500 (single filers)
$25,000 (married filing jointly)

These limits apply only to the overtime premium portion; not total overtime pay.

Download the Full Overtime Tax Deduction Guide (PDF)

The union cannot provide individual tax advice. Please consult a qualified tax professional regarding your personal situation.

A Major Labor Issue for this Upcoming NY State Legislative Session is Fixing Tier 6

Governor Hochul has come out in support of making changes to Tier 6 as have legislators in both the State Senate and Assembly. Local government leaders specifically in counties, towns, villages and others, however, oppose any changes due to claims of increased taxes.
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Nearly Unanimously Vote to Leave IFPTE and Join UPSEU

The Newtown BOE Paraeducators, Behavior Interventionists, and Job Coaches voted through a Connecticut State Board of Labor Relations secret ballot election to leave IFPTE and join UPSEU.

The bargaining unit, comprised of 147 employees, voted nearly unanimously to rid themselves of IFPTE and to join UPSEU.
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Glenville PBA Affiliates with UPSEU COPS Division

UPSEU COPS Division is pleased to welcome Glenville PBA to the UPSEU family. The PBA recently affiliated with UPSEU. The unit consists of full-time officers including Police Officers, Sergeants, Detectives and Lieutenants.

UPSEU looks forward to a long and productive relationship with the men and women of the Glenville Police Department.

NEW YORK MEMBERS -Important *Power of Attorney Information* If you are unable to act due to a serious health condition, it is extremely important that your spouse, significant other or dependent has access to your completed Power of Attorney form to act on your behalf related to the retirement system.

You should advise the individual designated to contact UPSEU immediately if you become or they believe you may become incapacitated as it will potentially impact pension rights afforded to them.

This would in no way impact any decision if you become capable of acting on your own behalf and for you to reverse any decision made. Again, it is extremely important that your loved ones have access to your executed Power of Attorney. You do not submit to anyone. It is retained with your important papers.

ONLINE New York Public Employee Retirement System Special Durable Power of Attorney form