Increasing Accountability Among Utility Companies
May 2, 2023The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) unanimously voted to begin a search for consultants to monitor the performance of the state's two electric distribution companies - Eversource and United Illuminating. This is an important step toward eventually shifting to performance-based regulation for the companies.
Critical Benefits Coming To an End
February 28, 2023Very soon, there will be changes for some of our most vulnerable individuals and families who are on Medicaid. Starting on April 1, the COVID-19 public health emergency protection will be coming to an end. Medicaid enrollees who were continuously covered will again have to provide proof of eligibility to continue getting benefits.
Housing Resources Available to You!
January 30, 2023Last week, the CT Department of Housing announced that they launched the Eviction Prevention Fund, a new $12.5 million fund, to assist renters who are on the verge of being evicted from their homes due to owing past due rent.
Application Opening Soon: Access Health Broker Academy
January 27, 2023To diversify the insurance broker community in our state, Access Health CT has established the Broker Academy Program to create a pathway for newly licensed insurance brokers by recruiting from and building the skillset of those who live and work in underserved communities throughout Connecticut.
WBDC Equity Match Grant Application Now Open!
January 17, 2023The Women’s Business Development Council's Equity Match Grant Program application is now open, and the deadline to apply is February 28!
CareerConneCT Expands Intake Portal
December 15, 2022Great news! CareerConneCT is expanding its intake portal. The goal of CareerConneCT is to provide underemployed and unemployed Connecticut residents with resources and training necessary for the pursuit of a well-paying, high-quality career path. The program provides free job training, case management, supportive services, and employment assistance.
New Laws Taking Effect in the New Year
December 14, 2022As we prepare to ring in the new year and welcome the start of 2023, a number of laws passed will take effect when the clock strikes midnight on January 1st!
Open Enrollment Resources
December 5, 2022The Access Health CT's (AHCT) Open Enrollment Period is now open! During this period, individuals can renew their coverage, explore the various policy options for the first time or see if they can save money.