Medical professionals report suspected work-related diseases within 48 hours

The law defines which organizations count as state employers for this section. The definition includes Connecticut and its agencies and departments, state-owned or supported colleges and universities, the Connecticut Airport Authority, and the Tweed-New Haven Airport Authority and its contractors. The definition took effect upon passage.

The law defines who counts as a firefighter for several state laws. The definition applies for sections 3-123, 7-313h through 7-313k, and 29-303. It includes local fire marshals, certain inspectors and investigators, and uniformed members of paid municipal, state, or volunteer fire departments, the named airport authorities, and the Tweed-New Haven Airport Authority's contractors. Inspectors and investigators are included only when they meet minimum qualifications adopted jointly by the State Fire Marshal and the Codes and Standards Committee. The definition took effect upon passage.

An employer may file a written protest with the administrator over certain unemployment benefit charges. This applies to employers that receive quarterly statements listing unemployment benefits charged to them. The employer must explain how fraud or error caused the benefits to be charged improperly. An employer cannot reopen an eligibility issue it was already notified about if it missed the appeal deadline or the issue was finally decided against it. The protest is due within 40 days after the quarterly statement is provided.

Medical professionals must report suspected work-related diseases to the Labor Department. The duty applies when a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse knows of someone they suspect has a disease related to listed workplace exposures, anthrax, compressed air, or the nature of the person's job. The report must include identifying details about the person and employer, the disease, and any other information the department requires. The Labor Commissioner may assess a penalty of up to $10 for a missing or late report. The report cannot be used as evidence in a civil case or a workers’ compensation claim. The report is due within 48 hours after discovery of the suspected occupational disease.