New Regulation on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring in Connecticut

Public Act 26-15, passed in Connecticut, mandates that employers using artificial intelligence technologies in hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions must notify candidates and employees starting October 1, 2027.

Connecticut Public Act 26-15, which went into effect in 2026, regulates 'automated employment decision tools' that process personal data and become a significant factor in employment decisions. When using this technology, employers will be required to provide written notice to candidates or employees regarding the purpose of the technology, its trade name, data sources, and contact information.

Under the law, it was clarified as of October 1, 2026, that decisions based on artificial intelligence cannot be used as a defense against claims of discrimination. Violations will be overseen by the state attorney general under the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act (CUPTA), and a 60-day cure period has been granted for certain violations occurring until December 31, 2027.