Bill > HB06401

This bill modifies section 31-60 of Connecticut's general statutes to explicitly prohibit cannabis retailers from paying their employees less than the state's minimum wage. Currently, some employers are allowed to pay a subminimum wage (a lower rate than the standard minimum wage) to certain workers, but this legislation would ensure that employees of cannabis retailers are guaranteed the full minimum fair wage established in section 31-58. The purpose of the bill is to protect workers in the cannabis retail industry by preventing employers from exploiting potential wage loopholes and ensuring these employees receive at least the standard minimum wage, thereby providing financial protection and fair compensation for workers in this specific sector.

Labor and Employment

https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB06401&which_year=2025