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How Does Paid Family & Medical Leave Apply to Me?
The Paid Family and Medical Leave Act offers Connecticut workers the chance to take time to attend to personal and family health needs without worrying about lost income.
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The Governor's Workforce Council Opportunity Zones
The GWC's mission is to ensure that Connecticut maintains the most accessible, equitable, aligned and high-quality workforce pipeline in the country.
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CT Back to Work Initiative New Trades Career Guide
Careers in the trades can offer a rewarding job and opportunities for growth. A step-by-step informational guide about pursuing a career in the skilled trades.
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Unemployment Insurance for employers
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Paid and Unpaid Leave Programs
Connecticut provides one of the most comprehensive leave programs in the U.S. by combining job protection and income replacement.
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Layoff help & protection
CT's Rapid Response Team helps workers when the company suffers a downturn.
Jobs
Under 25? Start Your Future Here
Connecticut has a new world of opportunities for a Anchor Tags. We can help you thrive – and stay near the friends, family, and places you love!
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Earn while you learn! Our state has opportunities for people of all ages.
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Be Rewarded for Hiring
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) rewards you for hiring people who may have faced systemic hiring barriers, including veterans, SNAP recipients, and Summer Youth participants.
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Welcome to the State of Connecticut Department of Labor. How Can We Help?
We’re here to help you, your family, and employers thrive in Connecticut.
We can boost your success right from the start with career guidance, required classwork and skills, and job search tools and workshops.
Once you’re in the job, we support wage and workforce standards, protect your health and safety, and connect you with the education and training programs you need.
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American Rescue Plan & Federal Programs
12/13/2021
Federal Unemployment Programs Expire September 4, 2021.
Back to Work CT
12/01/2021
CT will provide a one-time $1,000 bonus payment to 10,000 long-term unemployed people who live in Connecticut.
Employee COVID-19 Testing
08/03/2021
CDC no longer recommends that employers require negative test result before returning to work.
Renew Your Credentials
Maintaining valid business credentials is crucial because it enables you to sell your products and services. Whether it's a permit, license, or professional certification, you can renew your credentials right here at Business One Stop.
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Safe Workplace Rules
Safe Workplace Rules for Essential Employers below are required. Employers should visit the Sector Rules for Reopen webpage for the latest business requirements. Any information below that is not included in the Sector Rules is...
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