Gov. Kathy Hochul is reconsidering her executive order that banned terminated corrections officers from returning to law enforcement, with potential changes allowing recertification for county jail work but still barring state employment.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is reportedly reconsidering her earlier stance on permanently banning corrections officers (COs) terminated after a 22-day strike from returning to law enforcement. Earlier this month, Hochul issued an executive order preventing these officers from being rehired on a temporary basis, stripping them of their Peace Officer Certifications. The order, which was set to expire on April 9, received backlash from local jails and sheriff's departments. Sources from the Governor's office now indicate that Hochul may allow terminated COs to pursue recertification and work in county jails, though they would still be prohibited from returning to state employment. These developments are still unconfirmed, and it remains uncertain if the Governor will push for a bill to impose a permanent ban on state employment for these officers.
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