CT HB05069

Establishes a fee on "covered employers" (businesses with 500+ employees in Connecticut) equal to $1 per hour worked by employees earning at or below 130% of minimum wage, assessed quarterly beginning January 1, 2015.

Defines "covered employers" as entities directly employing 500+ workers or franchisors whose franchisees collectively employ 500+ workers in the state, excluding nonprofits and government entities.

Requires franchisees to report their franchisee status and franchisor information to the Labor Commissioner annually by January 1, 2015.

Prohibits covered employers from misclassifying employees as independent contractors, reducing hours, or terminating workers to avoid fee obligations.

Provides covered employers the right to appeal fee determinations to the Labor Commissioner and Superior Court, with prevailing employers entitled to attorney's fees and costs.