Session, Renters Rebate, and more

April 10, 2026



 

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Hey Neighbors,

It was great to be back in the House chamber this week with my colleagues. In the coming weeks, the State House and Senate will be meeting much more frequently to give final passage to bills that advanced through committees. Bills that passed through the House and Senate will then be sent to the governor's desk to be signed into law. I will keep you updated on all of the important bills the legislature passes!
 

In this week's eblast, you can read about a renter's rebate program, Drug Takeback Day, and more. You can click the links below to navigate between sections.
 
Meet the Hartford Public Schools Superintendent

Tonight from 4-6pm at the Parker Memorial Community Center (2621 Main St., Hartford), Dr. Andraé Townsel, the Hartford Public Schools Superintendent, will be hosting a conversation about schools and community in our city.

All families and members of the community are welcome. You can register for the event here. I hope you'll consider attending!
 
Renters' Rebate Program is Open Now

Connecticut’s Renters’ Rebate Program is now open to eligible renters who are elderly or living with a disability and meet certain income requirements.

Qualified applicants may receive rebates of up to $900 for married couples and $700 for single individuals. The rebate amount is determined using a graduated income scale, as well as the total rent and utility payments (excluding telephone) made during the previous calendar year.

Applications must be submitted through your local municipality’s assessor’s office or a designated social service agency. The application period is now open and will run through September 30. Please note that no extensions are permitted, and all applications must be received by the municipality no later than September 30.

Click here for more information about eligibility requirements and how to apply. 
 
AHCT: Update Income Info

Access Health CT is reminding customers who receive help paying for their health insurance premiums to report any changes in household income to AHCT when they happen.

This can help prevent unexpected costs at tax time.

Federal financial help available through AHCT can significantly lower monthly insurance premiums.

The amount of help customers receive is based on household size and estimated annual income. If that income changes, it must be reported to AHCT.

If changes are not reported when they occur, individuals may receive more assistance than they qualify for and may have to repay the difference to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
 
Eligible customers can choose to receive their financial help in two ways:

  • A one-time tax credit when filing their federal income tax return for the year.
  • Monthly payments are sent directly from the federal government to their insurance company to lower premium costs throughout the year. Individuals who choose this option must reconcile the amount they received when filing their tax return for that year.

Free help is available online, in person, and over the phone.
 
Customers can visit AccessHealthCT.com and click the “Get Help” button for a full list of resources. Customers can chat live with an Enrollment Specialist by clicking the “Live Chat” icon on the website. 
 
A list of Certified Brokers is also available. These brokers can help customers understand their options and answer any questions. Working with a broker is free.
 
To get help over the phone, customers can call 1-855-805-4325, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 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. 
 
Drug Takeback Day 

As you begin spring cleaning, clearing out old medications is an essential step toward a refreshed and safe home. National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, administered by the DEA, will take place Saturday, April 25. This event provides residents with a free, convenient way to safely dispose of unwanted, unused, or expired medications at local collection sites. The DEA partners with local law enforcement agencies across the United States to host this event in local communities like ours. 

You can click here to use a locator tool to find your nearest disposal site.

Host sites will collect pills and capsules, as well as prescription and over-the-counter medicines. The DEA cannot accept liquid, sharps, or needles. Trained volunteers will be present to handle collected materials and ensure safe disposal. Any medication you wish to dispose of should be presented in a clear, sealed bag. Loose pills or capsules will not be accepted. 

If you are unable to attend the event, MyOldMeds.com offers a Locator Tool to help you find the nearest disposal site year-round. There are more than 29,000 verified locations in all 50 states that have secure unwanted or expired medicine disposal kiosks, and/or provide free in-home disposal kits upon request. Additionally, the Locator Tool provides disposal site hours of operation, hours of collection, what is collected, and other helpful information. 
 

If you have any issues, concerns, or feedback, I would love to hear from you! Please feel free to contact me at 860-240-8585 if you ever need anything or by email at maryam.khan@cga.ct.gov.

Sincerely,

Maryam Khan

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