Connecticut House Bill HB06911

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/30/19
• Refer: 1/30/19

Caption

An Act Requiring Reimbursement To Employees For Certain Costs.

Impact

If enacted, this legislation would set a new precedent in employee compensation and reimbursement policies within the state. Currently, there is often ambiguity regarding costs incurred due to work-related usage of personal devices, leaving employees to bear these expenses. By formalizing reimbursement processes for data overages directly related to employment, the bill would not only enhance worker satisfaction but could potentially encourage the use of technology in workplaces without fear of cost implications for employees.

Summary

House Bill 06911, titled 'An Act Requiring Reimbursement To Employees For Certain Costs', seeks to amend the general statutes to mandate that employers reimburse employees for costs incurred if they exceed the limits of their electronic device data plans while performing work-related duties. This bill recognizes that many employees use their personal electronic devices for work purposes and addresses a gap where employees might be financially penalized for doing so.

Contention

While the bill presents a beneficial policy for employee protection, it may encounter opposition from employers concerned about additional financial burdens and the logistics involved in tracking data plan usage tied to work activities. Some business owners may argue that this could lead to disputes regarding what constitutes work-related data usage, complicating administrative procedures. Additionally, there may be concerns regarding the scalability of such an obligation for small businesses, which could be disproportionately affected by these reimbursement requirements.