Legislative Update 11/28

November 28, 2025

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

I hope you and your family are staying warm and happy during this holiday season.

As I reflected this Thanksgiving, I am filled with gratitude and pride for the people of our community.

In a year that has tested so many families, we have met each challenge with compassion, generosity, and strength. We have had our share of obstacles, both here in Connecticut and across our country, but we also have something powerful on our side: each other. I see it in the parents working two jobs and still finding time to give back, in the young people stepping up to lead, and in the neighbors making sure no one is left behind.

Serving you as your state representative is among the greatest honors of my life, and I am deeply thankful for your trust, your courage, and your belief that we can build something better together.

This holiday season I will be thinking of us: the generous, resilient, and hardworking people of our city and our state. From my family to yours, we wish you a Thanksgiving filled with peace, laughter, and the warmth of good company.

If you have any issues, concerns, or feedback, I would love to hear from you. Please feel free to email me directly or contact my office at (860) 240-8585.

In Service,

Hubert Delany

Access Health CT Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment for Access Health CT's (AHCT) health and dental insurance is currently open through Monday, Dec. 15 for plans beginning at the start of next year. Residents can enroll until Thursday, Jan. 15 for plans beginning in February.

You may have received a letter in the mail warning of healthcare premium price increases starting Jan. 1 due to legislation passed in the U.S. Congress this year. Currently, the federal government is shut down as those price increases are debated and negotiated.

As it stands, state officials in Connecticut are encouraging residents to hold off on enrolling in the AHCT plan as the debate continues over those price increases. If you are able, please wait to enroll until the issue is fully resolved.

For those looking to enroll, please have the following information and documents prepared for you and anyone else in your household, even if they don't need coverage:

Dates of Birth
Social Security Numbers
Visa, green card, or immigration documents
Most recent W2 and/or Form 1040, 1099 
Pay-stubs, Profit & Loss Statements or other employment information
Current insurance coverage (policy numbers for any current health insurance plans covering members of your household)

You can click here to view the enrollment checklist.

Access Health CT's staff remains a valuable resource to guide you through this process and to tell you what to expect during open enrollment. To get in contact, you can:

Visit AccessHealthCT.com and click “Get Help” for a list of places to get free, in-person help.
If you do not have a broker, find one on the Access Health CT website. Visit AccessHealthCT.com and click “Get Help” and “Find Certified Broker.” Brokers are free to work with, and they are trained
and certified to help you find a plan that works best for you and your family.
Call at 1-855-805-4325 - help is available in over 100 languages. Customers who deaf or hearing impaired may use TTY at 1-855-789-2428 or call a relay operator. Hours of Operation are Monday-Friday 8am-4pm (Holiday hours may vary, check website for details)
Live Chat available at AccessHealthCT.com
Visit one of their Enrollment Locations

To learn more about the enrollment process and to find the plan that is right for you, visit Access Health CT's website.

Winter Heating Assistance Program

While the $500 million emergency fund plans to cover the lack of funding for the national Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), there are other state resources available now.

The Connecticut Energy Assistance Program and Eversource offer resources for those in need to help to cover the cost of their home energy bills this winter. Visit ct.gov/dss or the Eversource website for more information.

Support Local Food Banks

Though the government shutdown is over and food support benefits were released, Connecticut food banks are still struggling to meet the public’s needs as the holiday season draws closer. Connecticut Foodshare, regional food banks and pantries are seeking donations, including food and monetary gifts, to help support households still experiencing food insecurity. Click here to support Foodshare and here to find local food banks.