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Connecticut Insurance Rate Hikes Under Fire | Hartford News
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- Aug 1, 2026
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Summary
Connecticut residents brace for steep health insurance hikes in 2027, with average rate jumps of 16.2% for individuals and 17.8% for small groups. Anthem and ConnectiCare are pushing for increases of 12.8% and 22.7% respectively, citing rising healthcare costs and administrative expenses. Attorney General William Tong has slammed the proposals as “unaffordable, excessive and unacceptable,” vowing to investigate. The state Insurance Department is holding a public hearing on August 26th in Hartford — your chance to voice concerns or ask questions. Register by August 24th for virtual participation or show up in person. Your voice matters in this critical debate over affordability and access. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b08905283b44e55d