CT HB06914

Establishes a minimum workweek of 30 hours per week for janitorial and building maintenance workers at covered locations (office buildings over 100,000 sq ft, higher education institutions, and museums) effective January 1, 2018.

Applies to covered employers that directly employ or contract with at least one janitorial/maintenance worker, including state and local government entities, nonprofits, and private businesses.

Requires covered employers to post notice in English and Spanish informing employees of their minimum workweek entitlement and right to file complaints with the Labor Commissioner or pursue civil lawsuits.

Provides Labor Commissioner authority to impose civil penalties of up to $500 for first violations and up to $1,000 for subsequent violations, plus awards for back wages, medical costs, liquidated damages up to $100 per day, and attorney's fees.

Allows covered employees to file civil suits for recovery of back pay, medical costs, liquidated damages of $100 per day, and other appropriate relief, with provisions for class-action lawsuits on behalf of similarly situated workers.