Connecticut labor laws
The pay and leave rules Connecticut employers most often ask about: posting salary ranges, paid sick leave, overtime and state leave programs.
Last verified November 2, 2026. Sources: cooley.com, portal.ct.gov.
RequiredPay ranges in job ads
YesStatewide paid sick leave
YesState paid leave or disability program
$16.94Minimum wage
Pay transparency
Status: in effect since October 1, 2026. Who's covered: all employers.
wage/range and general benefits description in all internal and public job ads (HB 5003); range on request since 2021
Employers may not ask applicants about their pay history.
Paid sick leave
Connecticut requires paid sick leave: 1 hour per 30 hours worked, capped at 40 hours. Coverage: 11+ employees in 2026; 1+ employees from 2027-01-01.
Overtime
Non-exempt employees earn 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
State paid leave and disability insurance
- CT Paid Leave: employees contribute 0.5% of wages. 0.5% employee-funded, up to SS wage base. Board kept 0.5% for 2026; 2027 rate not yet confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Connecticut require salary ranges in job postings?
- Yes. wage/range and general benefits description in all internal and public job ads (HB 5003); range on request since 2021 Coverage: all employers.
- Is paid sick leave required in Connecticut?
- Yes. 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours.
- When is overtime due in Connecticut?
- For non-exempt employees, at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek.