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HB 5274

AN ACT CONCERNING STATE MARSHALS ELIGIBILITY FOR WORKERS' COMPENSATION WHILE PERFORMING DUTIES ON BEHALF OF THE STATE AND ELIGIBILITY FOR HEALTH INSURANCE WHILE OUT ON CERTAIN LEAVE.

2026 Regular Session

Connecticut bill HB 5274 proposes unspecified workers' compensation system reforms, referred to labor committee with public hearing scheduled for February 2026.

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Bill Summary · HB 5274

Legislative bill overview

HB 5274 is a Connecticut bill addressing reforms to the state's workers' compensation system, though specific provisions are not detailed in the publicly available summary information. The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Labor and Public Employees in February 2026, with a public hearing scheduled, indicating substantive changes to worker protections or employer obligations are under consideration.

Why is this important

Workers' compensation is a critical social safety net affecting hundreds of thousands of Connecticut workers and businesses. Changes to this system directly impact injured workers' access to benefits, medical treatment coverage, wage replacement rates, and employer insurance costs—making it one of the most consequential labor policy areas.

Potential points of contention

  • Benefit level adjustments – Any changes to wage replacement percentages or maximum/minimum benefit amounts will face opposing interests between workers seeking adequate income protection and employers/insurers concerned about cost increases
  • Medical treatment authorization – Disputes typically arise over who controls treatment decisions (workers vs. insurers) and whether independent medical exams or prior authorization requirements create barriers to care
  • Employer liability and classification – Proposals affecting how injuries are classified, which workers are covered, or employer contribution rates generate debate between business groups and labor advocates

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

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