Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a tentative contract agreement between the State of New York and the New York State Police Investigators Association, which includes more than 1,100 investigators and senior investigators in the Division of State Police who are responsible for undercover surveillance and investigations of major crimes. The agreement is for a three-year term running from April 1, 2023 until March 31, 2026, and is subject to ratification by union membership.
“Public safety is my number one priority, and our State Police investigators play a key role in holding criminals accountable and keeping New Yorkers safe,” Governor Hochul said. “This fair contract recognizes the many sacrifices State Police investigators make on a daily basis. I’m forever grateful for the dedication and commitment of our law enforcement professionals.”
New York State Police Investigators Association Vice President and Acting President William Diaz said, “We appreciate the tireless efforts of the Governor’s Office and Division of the State Police working with the NYSPIA negotiating committee to bring this tentative contract agreement together. The men and women of the BCI pursue the most dangerous criminals in the world and they are deserving of a fair contract that provides improved benefits and working conditions as outlined in this tentative agreement.”
The tentative contract agreement includes raises in each year of the agreement consistent with other recently negotiated agreements. In addition, the agreement includes other increases in compensation such as a lump-sum bonus and up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave. The agreement also includes changes in the health insurance program that will encourage in-network employee utilization and help control health insurance costs.