Wage and Workplace Information

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Employers

FAQs surrounding employer issues in the workplace can be accessed below. Topics include minimum wage, overtime and sick pay.
Agency: Department of Labor
Labor Market Information – The Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW)

A collection of annual labor information that reports data on employment and wage information by industry for Connecticut and for counties, towns, Labor Market Areas and Workforce Investment Areas.
Agency: Department of Labor
Minimum Wage Guide

Effective October 1, 2019, the minimum wage law in Connecticut is $11.00 per hour. There is a sub minimum wage in specific industries covered by wage orders or the Administrative regulations.
Agency: Department of Labor
Wage and Hour Information

Connecticut's minimum wage law, overtime pay, specific industries regulations and more.
Agency: Department of Labor
Wage and Workplace Standards

The Wage and Workplace Standards Division enforce the laws and regulations pertaining to employer-employee relationships. Employees can learn more about their rights in the workplace and employers can find laws about fostering compliance.
Agency: Department of Labor

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)

Find information on PUA eligibility, FAQs, and updates to the program, and more.

Job Seeker Resources

Find several resources available to support job-seekers and businesses get back to work quickly and safely.

CT Business Reopening and Recovery Center

The Business Reopening and Recovery Center for the State of Connecticut. This is your one-stop resource to help your business prepare, rebuild, and grow during the State’s emergency Coronavirus response.