Connecticut General Statutes, Title 46a, Chapter 812 Commission on the Status of Women

Chapter 812 established the Commission on the Status of Women in Connecticut, outlining its membership, duties, and policy functions as part of Connecticut’s framework for promoting gender equity. Although most of its original provisions have since been repealed, the chapter historically tasked the Commission with researching women’s issues, advising policymakers, publishing reports, and advocating for equal opportunity across education, employment, and public life. The only remaining active section, § 46a-4b, directs the Commission (or its successor agency) to collaborate with the Police Officer Standards and Training Council to develop and distribute training on human trafficking for law enforcement and related organizations. While much of the Commission’s original statutory authority has been restructured or absorbed into broader state equity initiatives, Chapter 812 remains an important historical and administrative link in Connecticut’s legislative commitment to advancing the status and safety of women.