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NewSave time and avoid the phone when filing your new UI claim or reopening your existing UI claim! You can now file online by visiting www.FileCTUI.com and clicking on the File Your Unemployment Claim button.  

NewEffective October 2, 2016, the maximum Unemployment Insurance benefit rate for new claims is $616 per week. For more information Click here.

NewThe Malta Justice Initiative Seeks CT Employers to Participate in a survey related to the employment of formerly incarcerated citizens.  Find out more

NewThe agency’s Legislation 2016 summary outlines legislation affecting the Labor Department. The summary can be found here.

NewResidents interested in working for an eastern CT manufacturer but lacking experience or training can Click here to learn about the Eastern CT Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative, a free training program providing the skills to become a trades worker! Military veterans encouraged to apply.

NewThe agency is accepting fiscal year 2017 proposals for its Occupational Health Grant. All submittals must be received by 3 p.m. August 31, 2016.

Unemployment Insurance Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (UI RESEA) is designed to help UI claimants return to work faster. If you have been selected to take part, please click here for information.


The Manufacturing Innovation Fund Apprenticeship Program provides financial assistance to Connecticut manufacturers that have a Registered Apprentice Program. Click here to apply or for information.

Looking for additional training for your current workforce? CT’s new Incumbent Worker Training Program can provide your company with up to $100,000 in matching funds. Click here to apply or for information.

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