CT SB00910

Employers must permit employees to inspect and copy their personnel files within 7 business days of a written request, during regular business hours at or near the workplace.

Former employees may request inspection and copying of their personnel files within one year of termination, with employers having 10 business days to comply; if no location can be agreed upon, employers may mail copies instead.

Employers must provide employees with copies of disciplinary actions within 1 business day and termination notices immediately upon issuance.

Employees may submit written statements disagreeing with information in their personnel files, which must be maintained with the file and included in any disclosures to third parties.

Employers must include clear language in disciplinary actions, termination notices, and performance evaluations informing employees of their right to submit a written response; violations carry civil penalties of up to $500 for first offense and $1,000 for subsequent violations, with consideration given to compliance necessity, impact severity, and prior violations.