Connecticut

Below you will find any recent or upcoming changes to the family and medical leave and/or leave income replacement benefit law(s) within this state.

Last Updated: 10/11/24

Connecticut Family and Medical Leave Programs

What is the Update?

Connecticut Paid Leave (CTPL) Benefits

Update (10/11/24, Effective 01/01/25): The Board of Directors of the Paid Leave Authority has voted to keep the contribution rate for the CTPL program the same in 2025, which is currently at 0.5%. Employers should continue to remit contributions at the same rate in accordance with the update, up to the Social Security Wage Base. Additionally, the weekly benefit amount for the CTPL program will be increasing from $941.40 to $981 beginning in 2025.

Handbook/Policy Updates

Updates to your company handbook may need to be made if you include Connecticut specific income replacement benefits information.

Notice Requirements

N/A

Larkin Action

The Larkin Company will adjust offsets for any top-up (leave of absence pay) calculations or STD, accordingly, if we handle these services for you.

Further Company Considerations

Please be sure to adjust your contributions (i.e., aligned with the new 2025 Social Security Wage Base) and ensure as a company you are offsetting any salary continuation/company top-up pay aligned with the new maximum weekly benefit rate, effective 01/01/25.

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