2026 Connecticut legislation: What employers need to know

In May 2026, Connecticut legislation was enacted that encompasses a wide range of employment topics and expands upon existing protections. This includes H.B. 5003, An Act Concerning Workforce Development and Working Conditions in the State. The Act covers a variety of protections for workers, including the disclosure of benefits in job advertisements and a restriction on promissory notes as a condition of employment. Additionally, S.B. 5, An Act Concerning Online Safety, touches upon the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and other types of software that are utilized in the employment context. The Act will prevent employers from claiming that their use of AI in employment practices insulates them from discriminatory hiring claims. 

Pay and benefits disclosure

While employers are currently required to disclose the wage or wage range within a job advertisement, effective October 1, 2026, employers will also be required to disclose the general description of the benefits offered with the position being advertised. Even if an applicant finds out about a job application in a manner other than an internal or public job posting, the applicant must be provided with the wage range for the position and the general description of benefits that are offered with the position. 

Promissory note restrictions