Connecticut PEO Law FAQs
Does Connecticut require PEOs to register with the state?
Yes. Connecticut requires PEOs to register with the Connecticut Department of Labor. Applicants must demonstrate $150,000 in working capital or post a bond, with annual renewal required.
What is Connecticut's unemployment insurance (SUI) taxable wage base?
Connecticut's SUI taxable wage base is $27,000 per employee, which is well above the national average. The new employer rate is 1.9%.
Is workers' compensation mandatory in Connecticut?
Yes. Connecticut requires all employers to carry workers' compensation insurance, regardless of the number of employees. Coverage can be obtained through private carriers.
What is the minimum wage in Connecticut?
Connecticut's minimum wage is $16.94 per hour, which is among the highest in the country and well above the federal minimum wage.
Does Connecticut have a paid leave mandate?
Yes. Connecticut has a Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program funded through an employee-paid premium of 0.5% of wages. Employees can take up to 12 weeks of paid leave for qualifying reasons.