Publications
Recent Publications
Connecticut's Paid Sick Leave Law (as of 1/1/2025)
2025-R-0016This report describes Connecticut's paid sick leave law as amended by Public Act 24-8.
Electricity Demand and Incentives in New England
2025-R-0003This report identifies programs in New England states that may incentivize individuals or businesses to use or continue using electricity for data centers, electric vehicles, or electric heat.
Connecticut Law on Passing a Stopped School Bus
2024-R-0205This report summarizes Connecticut’s law on passing a stopped school bus (i.e., the stop arm law) and provides further information on penalties for violations.
Issue Brief: Connecticut's Juvenile Delinquency Process
2024-R-0202This issue brief describes the juvenile court system and the process of juvenile delinquency proceedings in Connecticut, including diversionary programs.
Issue Brief: Credit by Exam Through CLEP and DSST
2024-R-0201This issue brief explains CLEP and DSST, two programs that allow students to earn college credit by taking exams to prove their knowledge. It includes a list of exam subjects, as well as information about costs and how credits can be transferred to Connecticut universities.
Estate, Inheritance, and Gift Taxes in CT and Other States
2024-R-0197This report explains the difference between estate, inheritance, and gift taxes, what Connecticut’s gift and estate tax is, and how it compares to other states.
Issue Brief: Connecticut's Paid Sick Leave Law (as of 1/1/25)
2024-R-0194This issue brief describes Connecticut law on paid sick leave provided to employees, including how it accrues, when it becomes available for employees to use, and various requirements for covered employers.
Tuition-Free and Debt-Free Higher Education Programs Across States
2024-R-0175This report provides information on tuition-free and debt-free higher education programs available in Connecticut and across other states.
Supported Decision-Making Laws in Connecticut and Neighboring States
2024-R-0171This report describes Connecticut law on supported decision-making and how it compares to similar laws in neighboring and other northeast states.
Criminal Laws on AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material
2024-R-0167This report summarizes criminal law, federally and in Connecticut and six other states, related to visual depictions of children engaged in sexual acts that are (1) generated using artificial intelligence technology, (2) computer illustrated, or (3) hand drawn.
