>>>> MAY LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: Unfortunately, the Association Health Plans (AHPs) bill, which would allow small businesses and nonprofits to pool employees to obtain lower-cost health insurance also, failed this session in a key committee vote at the end of the legislative session. State Director Andy Markowski spoke about this and other top small business issues with the Hartford Business Journal. Read the article HERE.

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The Connecticut state legislature has an opportunity this session to ease one of the biggest burdens facing small businesses today – the unaffordable cost of healthcare. The House is about to vote on a proposal that would provide access to more affordable, high-quality coverage options. Now is the time to speak up and show your support.

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The proposal, An Act Concerning Association Health Plans, offers a practical, market-based solution. This legislation would allow small businesses to join together through trade associations, chambers of commerce, and other qualifying groups to purchase health insurance as a larger pool. These plans would:

• Be subject to oversight by the Connecticut Insurance Department
• Cover essential health benefits
• Prohibit exclusions for preexisting conditions
• Maintain consumer protections, including preventive care coverage

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