PRESS RELEASES
Find the latest news and press releases from the Connecticut Insurance Department. Stay informed about changes to rates, requirements, and guidelines.
Press Release – December 13, 2024
Connecticut Insurance Department’s Severe Weather Mitigation and Resiliency Advisory Council Schedules First Public Informational Session
Press Release – December 5, 2024
Insurance Commissioner: Anthem Billing Change Does Not Affect Connecticut
“Anthem has informed the Insurance Department that while the billing change for anesthesiologists would not have applied in Connecticut due to contracts with providers already in place, the company has decided to not to proceed with the policy rollout in other states as well.”
Press Release – November 27, 2024
State Insurance Commissioner Andrew N. Mais today announced that Connecticut is one of five states participating in a strategic regulatory coalition working to identify ways to pair capital from insurance companies and other catalytic funding sources to make investments that have a positive societal impact on people and the environment.
Press Release – November 20, 2024
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the ongoing trend of decreasing rates in workers’ compensation insurance will result in Connecticut businesses receiving a 6% rate decrease beginning January 1, 2025. The Connecticut Insurance Department has approved an annual workers’ compensation rate filing for 2025 with a decrease of 6.1% to the voluntary market loss costs and a decrease of 6.2% in assigned risk plan rates.
Press Release – November 1, 2024
Governor Ned Lamont and Insurance Commissioner Andrew N. Mais today announced that the open enrollment period for Connecticut residents seeking to enroll in health insurance plans for 2025 with Access Health CT, the state’s official health insurance marketplace, has begun effective this morning and continues through January 15, 2025.
Press Release – October 30, 2024
Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) Commissioner and President of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), Andrew N. Mais participated in a high-level panel at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meeting, hosted in collaboration with the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS).
Press Release – October 23, 2024
Insurance Commissioner Andrew N. Mais is proud to announce the formation of the Extreme Weather Mitigation & Resiliency Advisory Council, consisting of a diverse team of subject matter experts who will explore the development of a mitigation and resiliency program for Connecticut.
Press Release – October 16, 2024
The Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) is hosting an insurance regulator from Thailand’s Office of the Insurance Commission this fall as part of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners International Fellows Program.
Press Release – October 15, 2024
Connecticut Insurance Department Commissioner Andrew N. Mais congratulates the MetroHartford Alliance (MHA) for receiving the 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Gold Award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC).
Press Release – September 10, 2024
Recent Historic Flooding Highlights Need For Flood Insurance. CID, DEEP, and DESPP Urge Connecticut Residents to Consider Purchasing Flood
Press Release – September 6, 2024
Connecticut Insurance Commissioner Announces 2025 Health Insurance Rate Saving ACA Health Insurance Plan Members $59.8 Million and Holding Insurer Profits to 0.75%
Press Release – September 5, 2024
Connecticut Insurance Department and CT IFS Prepare for 'Insuring The Future' Event on September 10, 2024
Press Release – August 13, 2024
The Connecticut Insurance Department To Hold Public Informational Meeting on 2025 Health Insurance Rate Request Filings
HARTFORD, CT – Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) Commissioner, Andrew Mais is excited to announce that Fenhua Liu, Assistant Deputy Commissioner and Director of the Captive Division, has been recognized as one of Captive International’s Influential Women in Captive Insurance for 2024.
HARTFORD, CT – 2024 New Connecticut Captive Insurance Laws — Public Act No. 24-138 Provides More Flexibility to Captive Insurance Companies and Strengthens Support for the Industry
HARTFORD, CT – Connecticut Insurance Department and CT IFS announce "INSURING THE FUTURE" event merger on September 10, 2024.
HARTFORD, CT – Connecticut Insurance Department helps recover over $49 million in Life Insurance Benefits for Consumers
ACA Rate Filing Request for 2025 – The Department will hold a public informational session on requested rates. The date and time for the session will be shared as it becomes available.
HARTFORD, CT – PHL Variable Insurance Enters Rehabilitation Proceedings.
HARTFORD, CT – The Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) announced its participation in the adoption of the first-ever National Climate Resilience Strategy for Insurance by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). Commissioner Andrew N. Mais, also serving as the NAIC President, participated in a media briefing on Friday, April 5th, to discuss the significance of this initiative.
Press Release – March 25, 2024
HARTFORD, CT – As flood season approaches, the Connecticut Insurance Department (CID), Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), and Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) are partnering to provide resources and preparedness information during "Flood Safety Awareness Week", taking place this year from March 25 to March 29.
Press Release – February 28, 2024
HARTFORD, CT – Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) Commissioner Andrew N. Mais announced today the release of a bulletin addressing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems by insurers licensed to do business in Connecticut.
Press Release – February 26, 2024
HARTFORD, CT – Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) Commissioner and President of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), Andrew N. Mais, recently announced the 2024 NAIC Strategic Priorities.
Press Release – January 16, 2024
HARTFORD, CT – Commissioner Andrew Mais of the Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) announced a 37% increase in the state's captive insurance sector in 2023.
Press Release – January 12, 2024
HARTFORD, CT – With the deadline for the Open Enrollment Period for health and dental insurance coverage coming up on Monday, January 15, Connecticut Insurance Department Commissioner, Andrew N. Mais, reminds consumers to explore and research their coverage options.
