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Frequently Asked Questions
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- 1. What is the minimum wage for minors?
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For minors working in agriculture, the State of Connecticut, or any political subdivision of the State, the minimum fair wage is not less than 85% of minimum wage, which is $14.00 as of
July 1, 2022. For minors working in other industries, the minimum fair wage it is not less than 85% of minimum wage for the first 90 days of employment. This is covered in
Section 31-58 and
Section 31-58a of the Connecticut
General Statutes.
- 2. Is there a sub-minimum rate that
applies to minors in Connecticut?
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Yes. Persons under the age of 18, except emancipated minors, shall be paid at not less than 85% of the minimum fair wage
for the first 90 days of employment, except in institutional training programs specifically exempted by the commissioner.
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3. What may an employee between the ages of
16 and 18 who has worked less than 200 hours and less than 90
days be paid?
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A minor employee must be paid at least $11.05 (85%) per hour during the first 90 days of employment based on the current minimum wage rate set at $14.00.
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4. Is there a checklist for
minors applying for a Statement of Age/Working Papers?
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Yes. Please see the
"Checklist for Minors Applying
for Statement of Age/Working Papers" page for more information.
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5. What are the prohibited
occupations and places of employment for all minors under the
age of 18?
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Please see the
https://www.cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_545.htm#sec_30-90a page for
more information.
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6. What are the permitted
places of employment for 14 and 15 year-olds?
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Please see the
"Permitted Occupations for 14
and 15 Year-Olds" page for more information.
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7. What are the time and
hour restrictions for 16 and 17 year-olds?
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Please see the
"Time and Hour Restrictions for
16 and 17 Year-Old Minors" page for more information.
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