A three-year labor agreement with the New York State Correctional Officers & Police Benevolent Association has been reached.

The organization includes more than 17,000 members of the Security Services bargaining unit in titles such as correction officer, correction sergeant, and secure hospital treatment assistant, including some members who reside in St. Lawrence County.

The agreement, which runs until March 31, 2026, won the approval of 73 percent of NYCOPBA member who cast ballots.

“This labor agreement will help to ensure that the brave members of the New York State Correctional Officers & Police Benevolent Association are fairly compensated for their tremendous contributions to our state,” Governor Kathy Hochul said. “I thank NYSCOPBA’s executive assembly for their partnership throughout negotiations and its membership for their hard work and dedication to keeping New Yorkers safe.”

The ratified contract includes raises in each year of the agreement consistent with other recently negotiated agreements.

In addition, the contract includes other increases in compensation such as a lump sum bonus and up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.

The contract also includes changes in the health insurance program that will encourage in-network employee utilization and help control health insurance costs.