Connecticut law prohibits discrimination in
EMPLOYMENT
On the basis of
age
ancestry
color
genetic information
learning disability
marital status
past or present history of mental
disability*
mental retardation
national origin
physical disability
race
religious creed
sex, including pregnancy and sexual harassment
sexual orientation
workplace hazards to
reproductive systems
criminal record (in state
employment and licensing)
In
recruiting
hiring
referring
classifying
promoting
advertising
discharging
training
laying off
compensating
terms and conditions
By
employers
employment agencies
labor organizations

Connecticut law prohibits discrimination in
HOUSING & PUBLIC ACCOMMODATIONS
On the basis of
age
ancestry
breastfeeding in a place of public accommodation
color
familial status (in housing)
lawful source of income
learning disability
marital status
mental disability
mental retardation
national origin
physical disability
race
religious creed
sex
sexual orientation
use of a guide dog/training a guide dog
In
services rendered the public
rentals and sales of public and private housing

Connecticut law prohibits discrimination in
CREDIT TRANSACTIONS
On the basis of
age
ancestry
blindness
color
learning disability
marital status
mental retardation
national origin
physical disability
race
religious creed
sex
sexual orientation
In
loans
mortgages
any credit transactions

If you believe you have experienced illegal discrimination, the CT Commission on Human Rights will investigate without cost to you. It is illegal for anyone to retaliate against you for filing a complaint.


For assistance contact:
Connecticut Commission on Human Rights & Opportunities