Kai Belton

$70 Million To Protect Health Care Subsidies

View this email in your browser Dear Neighbor, The deadline to sign up for Access Health CT coverage beginning January 1, 2026, is fast approaching. If you or someone you know needs health insurance for the upcoming year, now is the time to review your options and complete the enrollment process. Making sure you’re covered is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your health and financial well-being in the year ahead. To learn more about the enrollment process and to find the plan that is right for you, visit Access Health CT's website.   If residents enroll in a plan on or before December 15, their coverage will begin January 1, 2026. If they enroll between December 16 and January 15, 2026, their coverage will begin February 1, 2026. This week, the U.S. Senate failed to extend federal Affordable Care Act subsidies. As a result, Governor Lamont announced that the state expects to spend roughly $70 million next year to make up for the loss. These funds will come from a $500 million contingency reserve we created during last month’s special session to address potential federal cuts to safety-net programs.   For individuals earning up to $56,000 a year, health care costs will remain unchanged. Likewise, a family of four with an annual income of up to approximately $128,000 will see little to no change in their costs. Partial subsidies are being considered for those with slightly higher incomes, up to $75,000 for single individuals and $160,000 or more for a family of four who would pay slightly more than they do now.   When Washington walks away, Connecticut Democrats step up to protect health care costs for thousands of residents.   Sincerely, Kai Belton State Representative Website Email Forward to a friend | Unsubscribe from this list | Update subscription preferences