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๐Ÿ”ด LIVE: Rally For "Paraprofessional RESPECT Check" Bill

New York City Council ยท July 16, 2026

Union leaders, paraprofessionals and City Council members gathered to press the City Council to approve Intro 692, a one-time compensation measure for New York City paraprofessionals, citing low starting pay, thousands of vacancies and high special-education litigation costs. Speakers urged the full council to vote later that day and framed the measure as a retention and equity step for special-education support staff.

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