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HB 6410

AN ACT CONCERNING PAID PRENATAL LEAVE FOR PREGNANT EMPLOYEES.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nick Gauthier and 1 co-sponsor

Connecticut bill requiring employers to grant paid prenatal leave for pregnant employees attending medical appointments and addressing pregnancy-related healthcare needs.

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Bill Summary · HB 6410

Legislative bill overview

HB 6410 would establish a paid prenatal leave benefit for pregnant employees in Connecticut. The bill requires employers to provide paid time off for pregnant workers to attend medical appointments and address pregnancy-related needs without loss of wages or benefits. This would apply to covered employers within the state.

Why is this important

Prenatal care access is medically important for maternal and fetal health outcomes, yet many pregnant workers currently must choose between attending necessary medical appointments and losing income. This bill addresses a gap in worker protections by ensuring pregnant employees can seek proper healthcare without financial penalty, potentially reducing barriers to prenatal care completion.

Potential points of contention

  • Employer cost burden: Small businesses may argue the requirement creates unfunded mandates and increased payroll costs, while supporters counter that health prevention reduces long-term healthcare expenses
  • Definition and scope ambiguity: The bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in this summary—questions remain about which employers are covered, how much leave is provided, and what qualifies as prenatal-related needs
  • Competitive disadvantage concerns: Some employers may worry about competitive disadvantages if similar protections don't exist in neighboring states, versus arguments that this reflects baseline worker protections other states already provide

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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