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 – May 12, 2026

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.