Connecticut has made significant progress in strengthening its pension funds for retired state workers and addressing legacy debt, which isn’t just good news for pension holders and all taxpayers.
As funding levels rise and debt goes down, that frees up money—$492 million in the next fiscal year alone—that can support tax cuts for working families and key investments in our communities. We’ve got a lot of work left to do, but this continued fiscal progress will have direct benefits for all Connecticut residents.
The statewide burn ban has ended for Connecticut’s State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management Areas. Recent rain and snow have helped tremendously with drought conditions and lowered the forest fire danger level. Despite the news, please consult with local officials for guidance on burning and continue practicing fire safety as conditions evolve.
To learn more, including fire safety guidance, please click HERE.
Access Health CT's Open Enrollment period is underway through January 15, 2025. Connecticut residents can shop, compare, and enroll in health insurance plans or renew their coverage. Customers may also enroll in dental insurance through AHCT.
When you enroll, it affects when your coverage starts. If customers enroll on or before December 15, coverage will start on January 1, 2025. If they enroll between December 16 and January 15, 2025, coverage will start on February 1, 2025.
AHCT is the only place Connecticut residents can get financial help to pay for their health insurance. Nearly 90% of AHCT customers enrolled in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) receive assistance. Some customers might also qualify for the
Covered CT Program. This program provides no-cost insurance for eligible residents.
There are 22 Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) available for customers to choose from this year. Plans are available from three insurance carriers, including Anthem, ConnectiCare Benefits Inc., and ConnectiCare Insurance Company Inc.
People who are part of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) program and live in Connecticut can sign up for health and dental insurance through AHCT.
Free help to sign up is available online, in person, and over the phone. For a list of enrollment fairs and to register, visit the
Information about enrollment locations and Navigator locations are also listed. Customers can also get help from acertified broker or enrollment specialist in their community. Go to
AccessHealthCT.com and click "Get Help" or call 1-855-805-4325. Help is available in over 100 languages. Customers who are deaf or hearing impaired may use TTY at 1-855-789-2428 or call a relay operator.
People can also chat live with a customer service representative by clicking the “Live Chat” icon on the website.
