Connecticut § 31-231b - Maximum limitation on total benefits.
Full text of Connecticut Connecticut General Statutes § 31-231b — Maximum limitation on total benefits., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-231b. Maximum limitation on total benefits.
Sec. 31-231b. Maximum limitation on total benefits. Except as provided in sections 31-232b to 31-232k, inclusive, no individual shall receive benefits for unemployment occurring during his or her benefit year commencing after September 30, 1967, in excess of twenty-six times his or her total unemployment benefit rate.
(1967, P.A. 790, S. 10; October, 1970, P.A. 1, S. 10; P.A. 77-426, S. 9, 19; P.A. 81-17, S. 3, 9; P.A. 16-169, S. 25.)
History: 1970 act added reference to Secs. 31-232b to 31-232j; P.A. 77-426 deleted provision prohibiting receipt of benefits exceeding 75% of total earnings in base period of benefit year, including dependency allowances; P.A. 81-17 included Sec. 31-232k within the exception to the terms of this section; P.A. 16-169 deleted reference to Sec. 31-232a and made technical changes, effective June 6, 2016.
Source: official Connecticut text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Connecticut § 31-231b
What does Connecticut General Statutes § 31-231b cover?
Section 31-231b ("Maximum limitation on total benefits.") is part of the Connecticut General Statutes, the codified statutory law of Connecticut. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Connecticut § 31-231b?
A common citation format is "Connecticut General Statutes § 31-231b" (Connecticut). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Connecticut law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Connecticut official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Connecticut attorney.
How does Connecticut § 31-231b apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Connecticut can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Connecticut.