The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 5705, seeks to amend title 5 of the general statutes to impose restrictions on remote work for state employees. Specifically, the bill stipulates that, regardless of any existing collective bargaining or arbitration agreements, state employees will be limited to working remotely for no more than forty percent of their work week. Additionally, it grants commissioners of state agencies the authority to deny remote work arrangements for positions where such arrangements do not align with the job duties or the operational needs of the agency.

This legislation aims to establish clear limitations on remote work for state employees, ensuring that operational efficiency and job responsibilities are maintained. The bill reflects a shift towards more structured remote work policies within state agencies, potentially impacting the work-life balance and flexibility previously afforded to employees under collective agreements.