CT SB00056

Prohibits employers from requesting or requiring prospective employees' age, date of birth, or educational attendance/graduation dates on initial employment applications, unless based on bona fide occupational qualification or state/federal law requirement (effective October 1, 2021)

Expands pregnancy discrimination protections to require reasonable accommodations for employees with pregnancy-related limitations, including sitting while working, modified schedules, temporary transfers, and break time for lactation

Defines discriminatory employment practices to include harassment based on sex or gender identity, with protections against retaliation when employees oppose discrimination or file complaints

Prohibits employers from requesting or requiring information about child-bearing age, pregnancy plans, reproductive system function, birth control use, or familial responsibilities, except when directly related to workplace hazards

Requires employers to provide written notice to all employees about their rights to be free from pregnancy discrimination and reasonable accommodations in both English and Spanish