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- Minimum Wage Requirements: Connecticut mandates a minimum wage of $15.00 per hour, effective June 1, 2023. This rate is subject to annual adjustments based on the employment cost index to account for inflation.
- Meal Periods: Employees are entitled to a 30-minute unpaid meal break if they work for 7.5 or more consecutive hours. This break must occur after the first two hours and before the last two hours of work.
- Employment of Minors: Connecticut has specific regulations governing the employment of minors, including restrictions on the types of work they can perform and the hours they are permitted to work. These laws are designed to ensure the safety and well-being of young workers.
Connecticut employers are required to adhere to both federal and state payroll regulations. The state mandates a minimum wage of $15.00 per hour as of June 1, 2023, with annual adjustments based on the employment cost index. Overtime pay is required at one and one-half times the regular rate for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. Employers must maintain accurate records of hours worked and wages paid for each employee. Additionally, employers are obligated to provide employees with written notice of their rate of pay, hours of employment, and wage payment schedules at the time of hiring.
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- Paid Family and Medical Leave: Connecticut offers a Paid Family and Medical Leave program, providing eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of paid leave for qualifying family and medical reasons.
- Sick Leave: Certain employers in Connecticut are required to provide paid sick leave to their service workers, accruing at a rate of one hour for every 40 hours worked, up to a maximum of 40 hours per year.
- Health Insurance Continuation: Connecticut mandates that employers continue to provide health insurance coverage for a certain period following the relocation or termination of operations, ensuring employees maintain access to healthcare during employment transitions.
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