Updates from State Rep. Mike Demicco for Jan. 30, 2026

January 30, 2026



 

 

The state's severe cold weather protocol has been extended to Thursday, Feb. 5. This is the longest, continuous severe weather cold weather protocol we've experienced in over a decade.

It's cold -- especially at night.

The purpose of the protocol is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection from the severe cold, which could be life-threatening if exposed to the elements for extended periods of time.

While enacted, a system is set up for state agencies and municipalities to coordinate with United Way 2-1-1 and Connecticut’s network of shelters to make sure that anyone in need can receive shelter from the outdoors, including transportation to shelters.

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.
 

Session Starts Feb. 4

The House will be back in session Wednesday, Feb. 4. My colleagues and I are gearing up for a busy short session, working hard to pass critical legislation through May 6.

Follow along at CT-N.com and stay tuned here for updates.
 

Access Health Special Enrollment Period 

Access Health CT will offer a Special Enrollment Period for eligible customers to enroll in health coverage with the new state subsidy, starting Feb. 1. The Special Enrollment Period end date will be determined.

The Special Enrollment Period is separate from the Open Enrollment Period, which ends Saturday.

Free help to sign up is available online, in person, and over the phone.
 
Customers can visit AccessHealthCT.com and click the “Get Help” button on the homepage to find the option that works best for them—including scheduling an appointment, finding a nearby Navigator site or working with a Certified Broker in their area.
 
AHCT has expanded its Navigator program to include six locations around the state and introduced a new Mobile Enrollment Team that supports community events and assists with in-person enrollment, available in English and Spanish.
 
To get help over the phone, customers can call 1-855-805-4325 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Help is available in over 100 languages.
 
Customers who are deaf or hearing impaired may use TTY at 1-855-789-2428 or call with a relay operator.
 
For free help online, customers can visit AccessHealthCT.com. They can also chat live with a customer service representative by clicking the “Live Chat” icon on the website. Live chat is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
 

Please feel free to contact me if you have any additional questions. My office number is 1-800-842-8267. I can also be reached by email: Mike.Demicco@cga.ct.gov. For more updates, please follow my Official Facebook Page.

Sincerely,

Mike Demicco

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