Connecticut Proposes $167.9M to Enhance Health Insurance Affordability
Connecticut's proposal allocates $167.9M to improve health insurance affordability and support services for residents facing federal funding delays.
Georgia Launches Catastrophe Savings Accounts to Offset Rising Disaster Costs
Georgia introduces catastrophe savings accounts to help homeowners manage rising disaster expenses with tax advantages and insurance deductible support.
Connecticut Plans $5.2M Emergency Funding for Homelessness Amid Federal Cuts
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont proposes $5.2 million from Emergency State Response Reserve to support homelessness prevention amid federal HUD funding pause, also addressing health insurance tax credit losses in the state.
Vermont Health Insurance Enrollment Faces Complexity with Premium Hikes and Medicare Advantage Changes
Rising premiums, reduced subsidies, and Medicare Advantage exits complicate Vermont's health insurance enrollment. Officials urge early action and provide enrollment resources.
Federal Action Needed to Address U.S. Health Care Affordability Crisis
As health insurance tax credits near expiration, millions risk losing affordable health coverage, prompting calls for federal intervention to stabilize U.S. healthcare markets and support providers.
New Jersey Boosts Enrollment Support as Health Insurance Subsidies Face Federal Cuts
New Jersey enhances outreach for Get Covered NJ enrollment amid expiring federal premium tax credits and continued state subsidies in 2026.
NY Health Insurance Costs to Rise in 2026 Amid ACA Subsidy Cuts and Essential Plan Changes
New York faces rising health insurance premiums in 2026 due to federal ACA subsidy cuts and state Essential Plan eligibility changes, impacting thousands of residents and small businesses.
New York Expands Gold Star Families Annuity to Cover Non-Combat Deaths
New York State expands Gold Star Families Annuity in 2025-26 budget to include families of service members who die on active duty in combat and non-combat situations, enhancing veterans' survivor benefits.
Oklahoma's Insurance Rate System Linked to High Property Premiums
Oklahoma's file-and-use insurance rate system contributes to the nation's highest property insurance premiums, contrasting with California's cost-saving prior-approval model. This analysis explores regulatory impacts on homeowner and auto insurance rates.
Oregon Maintains Medicaid Coverage for Undocumented Immigrants Amid Divergent State Policies
Oregon Governor resists cuts to Medicaid coverage for undocumented immigrants, contrasting California's proposed changes amid budget challenges. Oregon's Healthier Oregon program continues providing free healthcare to over 100,000 undocumented residents, emphasizing preventive care and cost control.