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CT HB05267
CT HB05267An Act Concerning Eligibility For Incapacity Benefits Under The Workers' Compensation Act.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
To preclude an employee from seeking incapacity benefits when the employee elects to retire from the workforce and experiences the incapacity after such retirement.
AI Summary
This bill, effective October 1, 2026, amends Section 31-307 of the general statutes to prevent employees who have chosen to retire from the workforce from receiving incapacity benefits under the Workers' Compensation Act if their incapacity occurs after they have retired. Incapacity benefits are typically payments made to an employee who is unable to work due to a work-related injury or illness, calculated as a percentage of their average weekly earnings. The bill clarifies that this provision applies specifically to those who have made a decision to retire and then experience an incapacity.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Judiciary Committee (Joint)
Last Action
Judiciary Public Hearing (00:00:00 2/27/2026 ) (on 02/27/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB05267&which_year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2026/TOB/H/PDF/2026HB-05267-R00-HB.PDF |
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