Sign the Petition:
Everyone in Connecticut deserves to be able take a sick day when they need it. I want my legislators to support Paid Sick Days.





No one should have to go to work sick

Everyone gets sick. But for too many workers, losing a day's pay (or even a job) is as easy as catching a cold. The alternative isn't much better;: people go to work sick and spread illness to co-workers and the public. Enacting paid sick days as a basic workplace standard is an important public health reform -- and even more so in tough economic times like these.(Read more.)

get involved!
Don't Give Your Sweatheart the SnifflesA shocking 78% of all food service workers -- waiters, cooks and more -- lack paid sick days.

This Valentine's Day, the EverybodyBenefits.org campaign is teaming up with a few responsible employer restaurants who do to offer a romantic sniffle-free valentine. We're giving away gift certificates! Sign up:

Don't give YOUR sweetheart the sniffles this Valentine's Day.

in the news
Paid Sick Days Campaign Kicks Off. Our coalition in support of paid sick days is growing fast. No wonder -- in these hard times, paid sick are more important than ever. Check out the coverage of our campaign kick-off press conference.

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take action
The paid sick days bill has a name: "HB 6187."

Of course, it has a few other important names as well.. The "What if there's a virus going around the kitchen staff" bill. The "I wish I didn't have to take my flu-ridden toddler to school today" bil. Help remind our legislators how important this measure is:

Ask your legislators to co-sponsor the Paid Sick Days Bill


Take Action

Ask your legislators to co-sponsor
The momentum is already growing behind paid sick days. Ask your legislators to sign on as cosponsors.

A little thanks goes a long way
Show supportive legislators your appreciation.

You want strep throat with that?
Tell your elected officials that paid sick days is vital for public health!