Providing Unemployment Benefits to Striking Workers Is a Step Forward for Connecticut: Testimony of Amy M. Traub in support of H.B. 5164

On February 22, 2024, Amy Traub spoke in favor of H.B. 5164 which would extend unemployment benefits to workers after they have been on strike for 14 days. This legislation is consistent with the long-standing core purposes of the unemployment insurance program and would have powerful benefits for workers, families, and communities across Connecticut.