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CT HB05280

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Labor and Public Employees Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Employers participating in Connecticut's voluntary shared work unemployment compensation program would not have benefits charged to their experience accounts for claims filed during extended benefit periods or high unemployment periods, effective January 1, 2027

  • The noncharge protection continues until the U.S. Secretary of Labor notifies the Connecticut Labor Commissioner that the extended benefit or high unemployment period has ended

  • Amends Section 31-225a(c) of the general statutes governing employer chargeability for unemployment benefits

  • Effective date of October 1, 2026 for the statutory amendment

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning A Noncharge For Employees Paid Benefits Through The Shared Work Program During Periods Of High Unemployment.

Last Action

Referred to Office of Legislative Research and Office of Fiscal Analysis 03/23/26 12:00 PM

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor and Public Employees2/19/2026

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