Rebecca Martinez

Access Health CT (AHCT), Connecticut’s official health insurance marketplace, today announced the final deadline to enroll in a health or dental plan for 2026 has been extended to Saturday, January 31. The original deadline was Jan. 15. Customers who enroll now will have coverage starting Feb. 1. Customers can also renew their coverage.

Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful holiday season filled with warmth, rest, and celebration. As your legislator, it is an honor to represent you, and I am thankful every day for the opportunity to serve our community. May the New Year bring you happiness, stability, and success in all your endeavors. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

The deadline to sign up for Access Health CT coverage beginning January 1, 2026 is fast approaching. If you or someone you know needs health insurance for the upcoming year, now is the time to review your options and complete the enrollment process. Making sure you’re covered is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your health and financial well-being in the year ahead. To learn more about the enrollment process and to find the plan that is right for you, visit Access Health CT's website.

If residents enroll in a plan on or before December 15, their coverage will begin January 1, 2026.

If they enroll between December 16 and January 15, 2026, their coverage will begin February 1, 2026.

Below is a critical message from Access Health CT regarding their registration deadline tonight. PLEASE READ if you are having issues creating an account on their website:

We are receiving a high volume of phone calls and website visits today, which is causing some intermittent issues. If you are having difficulty using our website or reaching our call center, please wait and try again later.

Today is the deadline to enroll in coverage that starts January 1. You have until midnight tonight to complete your application. If you are still having trouble completing your application, call us at 1-855-805-4325 and if you cannot complete your application, we will contact you. If you call the call center, we will record that a call was made from your number and you will be able to enroll in coverage with a January 1 effective date.

You can log in or create an account to shop for health and dental coverage. Thank you for your patience.

I hope to see you tonight at Plainville’s annual Tree Lighting Celebration at 6pm at the Plainville Fire Department (77 West Main St.)! ✨

Santa will arrive on a fire truck to help kick off the festivities. Once the tree is lit, we’ll gather inside the firehouse for:

- Live music by some of our talented PHS students
- Carols with Mr. Wilfred
- Warm cider and cookies provided by the Plainville Fire Company
- A story for all ages

And don’t forget—we’ll be collecting non‑perishable, kid‑friendly food items. If you’re able to bring something along, it will go a long way in helping families in our community.

Let’s celebrate the season with music, laughter, and neighbors coming together.

With a blast of arctic air expected to blanket Connecticut over the next several days, the state's severe cold weather protocol went into effect for the first time this year, beginning yesterday through Tuesday, December 9, at noon.

Low temperatures over the next few days will dip into the single digits, with wind chills close to zero at times.

Anyone in need of shelter or a warming center is urged to visit 211ct.org or call 2-1-1 to find available locations. Transportation can be provided if necessary.

A reminder to please join me and Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz for a visit to the Plainville Senior Center (200 East St., Plainville) this Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 11am to discuss Connecticut's response to federal funding, statewide updates, and Plainville-specific updates.

This event is a great opportunity to hear directly from state leaders and to have your voices heard. I hope to see you there!

I want to take this opportunity to wish everyone a happy and healthy Thanksgiving. May your day be filled with warmth and moments of gratitude, surrounded by friends and loved ones - and good food.