Severe Cold Weather Protocol, Access Health CT Enrollment Extended, and more

January 2, 2026



 

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Dear Neighbor,

I hope this message finds you and your family enjoying a happy and healthy holiday season and New Year. With the winter season and cold temperatures upon us, the state's severe cold weather protocol is in effect through January 4th. Find information on warming centers around Bridgeport further down in this email. In this message, find information on how you can still apply for Access Health CT coverage, learn how you can apply for Generation Power CT during this assistance cycle, and more. If you have any questions or if my office can be of assistance to you, please reach out to 860-240-8585 or email me at andre.baker@cga.ct.gov. 
 

Severe Cold Weather Protocol In Effect Through Sunday

With a blast of arctic air expected to blanket Connecticut over the next several days, the state's severe cold weather protocol is in effect from Monday, December 29th, at 6 p.m., through Sunday, January 4th, 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.
 
Click HERE to learn more.  
Click here for additional information from the City of Bridgeport
 

Access Health CT Open Enrollment Extension for Coverage starting February 1st
 

Access Health CT (AHCT), Connecticut’s official health insurance marketplace, announced the final deadline to enroll in a health or dental plan for coverage beginning on February 1st, 2026, has been extended to Saturday, January 31.

Access Health CT is working with state officials on a plan to implement the new state subsidy program that will lower costs for eligible Connecticut residents who purchase their health insurance through the exchange.

Some customers might qualify for new state subsidies or other low- or no-cost coverage options, including the Covered CT Program or HUSKY Health, Connecticut’s Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

To learn more about the enrollment process and to find the plan that is right for you, visit Access Health CT's website.
 

Generation Power CT Emergency Energy Assistance:
January Application Cycle Now Open
 

The Generation Power CT (GPCT) Emergency Energy Assistance Program will open on Friday, January 2nd, and will run through January 10th! This program provides a one-time grant of up to $500 to help eligible Connecticut households with electric, gas, or fuel expenses. 
 
Increasing energy costs are a challenge for many in the state, but through this program, GPCT has helped to provide families across Connecticut with secure access to heat, power, and water.
 
All GPCT energy programs are available to income-eligible households making up to 75% State Median Income (SMI) gross household income. Each income-eligible household that receives a GPCT Energy Assistance Award will receive up to $500 toward a future fuel delivery or toward a past-due utility bill. For the best chance of approval, and to make full use of this once-per-12-months grant, GPCT strongly encourages households to apply for assistance when you are most in need. After the January application period, GPCT has one remaining Energy Assistance Application Cycle this season:

  • March 2nd-10th 

To learn more about eligibility requirements and application materials, go to: gpct.org/gethelp/
 

Winter Wonderland Bounce House Party
 

Daddy Backwards Entertainment is hosting a Winter Wonderland Bounce House Party on Friday, January 9, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ralphola Taylor Community Center. Enjoy bounce houses, music, raffles, prizes, and tons of family fun! Wristbands are $7. Adults are free with a paid child.
 
 

As always, please feel free to contact me at 800-842-8267 or by email at Andre.Baker@cga.ct.gov. And for news and legislative updates, please visit my official Facebook page.

Sincerely,

Andre Baker

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