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• I lost my health insurance during the COVID-19 crisis. What do I do now?

  Deadlines are quickly approaching for enrolling in Connecticut’s health insurance marketplace through Access Health CT

• My small business/nonprofit is struggling with the loss of revenue during the state’s business shutdown. What assistance is available?

  The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services has extended the filing deadlines for certain annual tax returns due on or after March 15, 2020, and before June 1, 2020, by at least 30 days.

• I need a face mask. Where can I buy one? Can I make one at home?

  The CDC has provided a helpful video on how to make your own protective face covering at home.

• I take methadone. If I become too ill with the Coronavirus, how will I be able to get my methadone?

  A medical professional at a methadone maintenance clinic can deliver methadone to a client at home...

• I can’t pay my home mortgage because of financial problems related to the Coronavirus emergency. What do I do?

  Governor Lamont reached an agreement with over 50 banks and credit unions on March 31, 2020 to provide mortgage payment help to the state’s residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

• I have some crucial needs I need to take care of with my town / county government. How do I get a vital record or handle budget / taxation needs during the emergency COVID-19 response?

  In March, Governor Lamont issued Executive Orders 7I, 7L, and 7S, which affects municipal processes.

• I just moved into the state, how can I get my license and registration transferred over?

  Licensing for new Connecticut residents is available by appointment only

• Can I still get notarization services while the state is under the emergency coronavirus order?

  Executive Order No. 7Q, dated March 30, authorized remote notarization of documents under the following conditions:

• I have a loved one in a nursing home. I’m worried about their nursing home closing and them getting transferred to another facility. What do I do?

  Patients have one year following an initial transfer from the closing facility to transfer to a nursing home more preferential to the patient.

• What are the rules around using state parks, campgrounds, golf courses, and other outdoor recreation areas?

  Here is the latest state guidance for the current phase of reopening rules

• Can I still use my reusable bags at the grocery store, pharmacy, and package store?

  Yes, but you may need to bag your own groceries. As of March 26, 2020, at 8:00 p.m., employers may no longer require employees to bag any item in a customer-provided reusable bag

• What is the deadline to file my state of Connecticut taxes this year?

  The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services has extended the state income tax deadline for 2021.

• Can I receive telehealth services from a practitioner who is based out of state?

  Section 5(b) of Executive Order 7G allows a clinician licensed in another state to treat someone in CT through telehealth without getting a license in CT.

• How do I apply for Temporary Family Assistance, Medicaid, SNAP, or other benefits? When can I buy food with SNAP?

  Please visit the CT Department of Social Services benefit application

• Do I have to wear a mask in public?

  For the latest masking guidance and information, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website