California Worker Freedom from Employer Intimidation Act
- Ishaan Satija
- Jan 6
- 1 min read
Intro
Connecticut is extending paid sick leave to more workers, especially in smaller workplaces that used to offer nothing when people stayed home sick. That matters for anyone who cannot afford to lose even one day of pay.
What Changed
On January 1, 2025, the state’s paid sick leave law expands to cover employers with twenty-five or more employees. Two more steps are already scheduled for 2026 and 2027, when even smaller employers will be pulled into the system. Workers in small restaurants, offices, and shops now have a legal right to some paid time when they are ill or caring for family. Employers must add new policies, track hours, and show people clearly how much sick time they have earned.
What to Watch Next
Watch how many workers actually use their paid sick time and whether usage rises once the expansions in 2026 and 2027 kick in.
