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Can an employer require an employee to refrain from consuming cannabis during off-duty hours?
Yes, except for medical marijuana patients.
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What is the role of the Connecticut Labor Department in investigating alleged violations of RERACA?
The Connecticut Labor Department has no investigatory or enforcement role of violations of RERACA.
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Cannabis Information from the Connecticut Department of Labor
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If a person believes that their rights under the law have been violated by their employer, what can they do?
If a person believes that a violation of the law has occurred, they may file a civil action in superior court within 90 days of the alleged violation.
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Does an employer have to provide a reasonable accommodation on the job for an employee who uses cannabis?
No, employers are not required to make accommodations for an employee to perform their job duties while under the influence of cannabis.
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May an employer take an adverse action against an employee who the employer reasonably believes is impaired or under the influence at the workplace?
Yes. The law prohibits the use of any intoxicating substances during work hours.
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How many licenses will be available in Connecticut through the lottery?
DCP will hold multiple lotteries on an ongoing basis. DCP will announce the number of available licenses before each application round.
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How does the difference between state and federal law affect employers?
Connecticut law created exemptions for certain employers and employees who receive federal funding, or whose jobs may be affected by the use of cannabis.
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Can an employer or potential employer ask you if you use cannabis?
Generally, an employer may not ask employees whether they are taking prescription medications, including medical marijuana, unless the inquiry is job related and consistent with the business necessity of the employer, such as positions affecting public safety like police, firefighters, airline pilots, etc.
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What is cannabis and marijuana?
The terms “marijuana” and “cannabis” are used interchangeably. Unless otherwise noted, on this website the term “cannabis” means cannabis in any form and stage of growth and includes all products made with marijuana.
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Employee
An employee is anyone that is a member of the board of a company with an ownership interest in a cannabis establishment and anyone who is directly employed by a cannabis business or who has access to the business and its products.
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Where can I find the cannabis legislation signed by Governor Lamont?
The legislation is Public Act 21-1.
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What criminal convictions would disqualify a person from registration as a backer or key employee for a cannabis license?
A person with a disqualifying conviction cannot be registered as a backer or key employee for a cannabis license.
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Policies and Procedures for Connecticut's Adult-Use Cannabis Program
The policies and procedures related to Chapter 420h of the Connecticut General Statutes, as amended, are effective July 28, 2023 and are available at eRegulations.ct.gov.
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Summary of Updates to Policies and Procedures Effective September 15, 2024
This list summarizes some important changes made to the Policies and Procedures effective September 15, 2024
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Is there a testing standard for levels of cannabis like there is for blood alcohol levels?
No.
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