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CT SB00008
Bill
Status
Vetoed
6/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Labor and Public Employees Committee
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AI Summary
- Workers involved in labor disputes beginning on or after December 14, 2026, become eligible for unemployment benefits after the dispute has been continuous for 14 days
- Unemployment benefits remain available to individuals who are not participating in, financing, or directly interested in the labor dispute causing their unemployment
- Expands the definition of "lockout" to include when employers announce post-contract work will only be available under terms less favorable than current conditions
- Lockout provisions apply when the bargaining agent has notified the employer that employees are ready and willing to continue working under existing terms during contract negotiations
- Section 1 takes effect October 1, 2025
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Protections For Workers And Enhancements To Workers' Rights.
Last Action
Vetoed by the Governor
6/23/2025
Committee Referrals
Appropriations5/1/2025
Judiciary4/23/2025
Labor and Public Employees1/8/2025
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