PRESS RELEASES
Find the latest news and press releases from the Connecticut Insurance Department. Stay informed about changes to rates, requirements, and guidelines.
The Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) today announced the launch of new Health Insurance Cost Estimator Tools within the Department’s Consumer Information Center, providing residents with easier access to health care cost information through their health insurance companies.
Press Release – April 29, 2026
Connecticut Insurance Department and Connecticut Insurance & Financial Services (CT IFS) Announce Date for Third Annual Insuring The Future Conference
Press Release – April 27, 2026
Connecticut Insurance Department Encourages Financial Readiness During Financial Literacy Month
Press Release – April 22, 2026
Connecticut Insurance Department Highlights Findings From Annual Mental Health Parity Compliance Report
Press Release – April 14, 2026
Connecticut Insurance Department Hosts Information Session For PHL Policy and Annuity Holders
Press Release – April 13, 2026
Connecticut Insurance Department Updates Captive Division Website With New Tools and Resources
Press Release – April 10, 2026
Senate Confirms Josh Hershman as Insurance Commissioner
Press Release – March 31, 2026
Connecticut Insurance Department To Host Virtual PHL Policy and Annuity Holder Information Session
Press Release – March 23, 2026
Connecticut Flood Safety Awareness Week: March 23-27, 2026 – A Collaborative Initiative by the Connecticut Insurance Department, Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, and Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection
Press Release – January 6, 2026
Connecticut Interim Insurance Commissioner Josh Hershman Statement on Insurance Coverage Following CDC Childhood Vaccine Schedule Changes
Governor Ned Lamont Release – December 18, 2025
The Governor has proposed a state subsidy to help replace the expired federal subsidy based on income level
- The state intends to fully cover the lost federal subsidy for lower income consumers and cover about half for some middle-income consumers.
- Access Health CT will notify any consumer enrolled for the 2026 plan year if their portion of the premium is reduced.
- For questions about your coverage or premium, please contact Access Health CT.
Press Release – November 26, 2025
Connecticut Insurance Department Launches New Online Consumer Information Center
Governor Ned Lamont Release – November 21, 2025
Governor Lamont Announces Insurance Commissioner Andrew Mais Retiring From State Service, Josh Hershman Nominated as Successor
Press Release – November 17, 2025
Connecticut Insurance Department Examiners Complete International Regulatory And Supervisory Training
Press Release – October 31, 2025
Connecticut Insurance Department Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Revenue Contributions and Key Achievements
Press Release – October 24, 2025
Connecticut Insurance Department Names Assistant Deputy Commissioner and Division Director For Life & Health
Press Release – October 21, 2025
Connecticut Insurance Department Welcomes International Fellows From Georgia and Ghana Through NAIC Program
Press Release – September 30, 2025
Governor Lamont Announces Launch of Online Climate Risk Mapping Tool for Homeowners and Businesses
Press Release – September 24, 2025
Connecticut Insurance Department and CT IFS To Host Second Annual Insuring The Future Summit September 30 in Hartford
Press Release – September 10, 2025
Governor Lamont Announces Executive Actions To Protect COVID-19 Vaccine Access
Press Release – September 10, 2025
Connecticut Insurance Commissioner: Department Rejects and Modifies Every Health Insurance Rate Increase Request for 2026.