Connecticut keeps state premium aid for 2027; new $1,000 to $1,200 educator subsidy

Connecticut's governor and insurance commissioner said on November 5, 2026 that the state's Temporary Premium Assistance program continues for 2027. Open enrollment on Access Health CT runs through January 15, 2027.

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- Open enrollment: October 23, 2026 to January 15, 2027
- Enroll by December 15, 2026: coverage starts January 1, 2027
- Enroll December 16 to January 15: coverage starts February 1, 2027
- About 80% of Access Health CT customers get some financial assistance
- The state program offsets the loss of enhanced federal tax credits
- Only plans bought through Access Health CT qualify
- The release gives no dollar amounts or income limits for it
- For eligible early childhood educators and staff at licensed child care programs
- Can be combined with other assistance
- Works with individual or small group coverage, including ICHRA plans

Read full analysis on portal.ct.gov

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