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Mayor Blocks Paraprofessional Raise | New York City News
A new law automatically granted paraprofessionals a $10,000 one-time raise after the mayor failed to act—despite campaigning for it and initially supporting the bill. These vital school aides, who support students with disabilities and earn as little as $33,000, now face a legal showdown as the mayor claims the raise violates state labor law. The teachers union vows to fight, warning the city could lose control over labor costs if this precedent sets. With a shortage of 1,600 aides impacting student access, the raise is seen as critical—even if some feel it’s insufficient and won’t count…
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