Substitute Senate Bill No. 358 seeks to amend Section 31-57g of the general statutes to enhance job security for service contract workers at various covered locations, including hospitals, schools, and multifamily residential buildings. The bill introduces new definitions for terms such as "assisted living services agency," "contractor," and "successor employer," broadening the scope of the law and updating the definition of "contractor" to include those employing two or more persons. Key provisions require contractors to notify employees of any termination or nonrenewal of service contracts at least fifteen days in advance and mandate that successor employers retain employees for a minimum of ninety days, providing them with written offers of employment in their native language.

The bill also removes previous limitations that confined service contracts to Bradley International Airport and modifies the obligations of awarding authorities, requiring them to provide advance written notice of contract terminations to affected workers and unions. It allows displaced workers to file complaints with the Department of Labor instead of pursuing legal action, with the potential for back pay and reinstatement. Additionally, penalties for violations are increased from $100 to $500 per employee per day. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2026, and includes various technical amendments for clarity and consistency in legal language.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 31-57g
LAB Joint Favorable Substitute: 31-57g
File No. 356: 31-57g