Tag: Prison Strike 2025

Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) is calling for a federal investigation into what he describes as harmful labor practices affecting New York State corrections officers. The plea follows a weeks-long wildcat strike among … more: Congressman Langworthy calls for federal probe into NY corrections officers’ labor issues

Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) is leading a resolution in support of New York corrections officers striking for safer working conditions, citing rising violence and staffing shortages in state prisons. Tenney introduced the … more: Congresswoman Tenney leads resolution backing corrections officers’ strike for safety

The New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA) has rejected a proposed agreement to end an 18-day strike, citing a lack of union involvement in the negotiation process. Despite … more: NY correction officers union rejects deal to end strike: Option to bypass still on table

As the unsanctioned prison strike enters its third week, the New York State Correction Officers and Police Benevolent Association blames the state’s correctional system for worsening conditions. Officers demand better staffing and safety … more: NY prison officers’ union under fire as strike continues

The recent death of 22-year-old Messiah Nantwi following a reported use of force incident at Mid-State Correctional Facility has sparked renewed calls for systemic change in New York’s prison system. The Correctional … more: Advocates demand action after death of incarcerated individual at Mid-State Correctional Facility

The New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) has sued the state’s corrections department (DOCCS), alleging it has restricted incarcerated individuals' First Amendment rights by limiting access to legal counsel and courts amid an … more: NYCLU sues DOCCS over inmate rights violations amid strikes

Thousands of New York correction officers face potential fines of $442 per day and imprisonment for continuing their illegal strike despite court orders. The Attorney General’s Office has filed contempt charges as … more: Correction officers risk fines, jail for ongoing strike

As strikes at New York prisons enter their third week, correction officers gathered in Albany on Tuesday, demanding legislative action, including repealing the HALT Act. Hundreds rallied with Republican leaders outside the state … more: Striking NY correction officers rally in Albany

State officials are struggling to resolve an ongoing prison strike, with more than 30 facilities affected as correction officers protest unsafe conditions, excessive overtime, and the HALT Act’s limits on solitary confinement. Despite … more: New York prison strike intensifies amid HALT Act dispute

New York’s HALT Solitary Confinement Act, in effect since 2022, restricts solitary confinement to 15 days and replaces long-term isolation with rehabilitation units. Advocates say the law aligns with international human rights standards, … more: Debate over HALT Act’s solitary confinement limits intensifies

State corrections and emergency services officials on Monday provided updates on the ongoing illegal strike by corrections officers, emphasizing efforts to bring staff back to work while outlining disciplinary actions against those … more: DOCCS officials address strikes: 30+ prisons still striking, workers face loss of health benefits and termination

New York is set to fire all striking correctional officers starting Sunday, as the state moves to enforce penalties under the Taylor Law. The Department of Employee Relations confirmed that termination notices … more: New York correctional officers face mass firings as strike deadline passes

Gov. Kathy Hochul brokered a deal to end the prison guard strike in New York, but many officers remain unsatisfied. The agreement requires workers to return by Saturday, with penalties looming for … more: Hochul’s prison strike deal faces pushback: Auburn CO’s among those continuing into weekend

After nearly two weeks of disruption, a mediated agreement has been reached to bring an end to the ongoing strike by New York correction officers, with returning employees granted amnesty from disciplinary … more: Deal to end prison strike apparently reached: Will officers accept the terms?

After three days of mediation, the union representing New York corrections officers expects the state to present a formal offer to end the ongoing strike. While details remain undisclosed, NYSCOPBA plans to … more: NY corrections officers await state’s offer to end strike

In a show of solidarity, Assemblyman Jeff Gallahan (R,C-Manchester), Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C-Corning), and Sen. Tom O’Mara (R,C-Big Flats) joined correctional officers at Five Points Correctional Facility to protest the impact … more: FLX lawmakers join correctional officers in protest against HALT Act at Five Points

As New York correction officers’ strike continue past 11 days, demands to repeal or review the HALT Act remain at the forefront. However, an earlier state review found that outdated recordkeeping … more: Recordkeeping issues complicate HALT Act review amid CO strike

As the New York prison workers’ strike enters its 10th day, Gov. Kathy Hochul has taken legal action against participants. While no arrests have been made yet, 380 workers were served court … more: Are striking NY prison workers being arrested?

Families and advocates are raising alarms over deteriorating conditions in New York state prisons, where inmates reportedly lack adequate food and medical care amid the ongoing correction officers' strike. Legal Aid Society Attorney … more: Prison conditions worsen as NY CO strike continues