{"id":15669,"date":"2025-04-07T22:09:18","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T02:09:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/new-york\/?p=15669"},"modified":"2025-04-07T22:09:18","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T02:09:18","slug":"rensselaer-county-swears-in-new-correction-officers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/new-york\/2025\/04\/07\/rensselaer-county-swears-in-new-correction-officers\/","title":{"rendered":"Rensselaer County Swears In New Correction Officers"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Rensselaer County Swears in New Correction Officers<\/h1>\n<h2>Introduction to the Ceremony<\/h2>\n<p>TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) &#8212; Thirteen new correction officers were sworn in on Monday in Rensselaer County. Ten of them are former New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) employees.<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<h2>Background on the Hiring of New Officers<\/h2>\n<p>A similar ceremony was held a few weeks ago when the county hired COs who had resigned amid the multi-week strike at prisons across New York State. Greene, Fulton and Saratoga Counties are all acting in support of COs.<\/p>\n<h2>Executive Order and Its Implications<\/h2>\n<p>Gov. Kathy Hochul issued an executive order that banned counties from hiring those who were fired for refusing to return to work. The executive order remains in effect until Wednesday, though there is a chance it could be extended.<\/p>\n<h2>Recent News and Updates<\/h2>\n<p>Read the latest from NEWS10:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list wp-block-latest-posts\">\n<li>Rensselaer County swears in new correction officers<\/li>\n<li>China threatens countermeasures after Trump threatens additional 50% tariff<\/li>\n<li>Rensselaer police attempt to locate dog owner<\/li>\n<li>Growing opposition from House conservatives threatens to derail Trump&#8217;s agenda<\/li>\n<li>March Madness wraps in Florida-Houston matchup pitting tourney&#8217;s best defense vs best clutch player<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>About NEWS10<\/h2>\n<p>NEWS10 is the Capital Region&#8217;s local news leader!<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The swearing-in of new correction officers in Rensselaer County marks a significant development in the region&#8217;s law enforcement. With the ongoing strike and executive orders in place, the situation continues to evolve. Stay informed with the latest news from NEWS10.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQs<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Q: How many new correction officers were sworn in?<br \/>\nA: Thirteen new correction officers were sworn in.<\/li>\n<li>Q: What is the background of the newly hired correction officers?<br \/>\nA: Ten of the new hires are former New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) employees.<\/li>\n<li>Q: Are there other counties supporting the correction officers?<br \/>\nA: Yes, Greene, Fulton, and Saratoga Counties are all acting in support of COs.<\/li>\n<li>Q: What is the status of the executive order issued by Gov. Kathy Hochul?<br \/>\nA: The executive order remains in effect until Wednesday, with a possibility of extension.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rensselaer County Swears in New Correction Officers Introduction to the Ceremony TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) &#8212; Thirteen new correction officers were sworn in on Monday in Rensselaer County. Ten of them are former New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) employees. 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