The below timeline is intended to help all employers stay apprised of when and what information will be available before 2026 insurance open enrollment, which is October 6-31, 2025.
| Timing | Topic | Format |
|---|---|---|
| May 21 | Notice of Group Insurance Board decisions | May 21 Department News delivered via ETF E-mail Updates |
| Week of June 16 | Premium Rates Published to ETF Website
| Employer What's New delivered via ETF E-mail Updates |
| Week of September 11 | 2026 Insurance Information for Employers
| Employer What's New delivered via ETF E-mail Updates |
| September 25, 30 | State and Local Employer Kickoff Events | Virtual event, registration required |
| Week of September 22 | Insurance Webpages Soft Launch
Decision Guides for Employers Mailed Health Plan Service Area Detail Available | Employer What's New delivered via ETF E-mail Updates |
| Week of October 1 | Insurance Web Pages Official Launch | ETF website, including announcement banner and feature on the home page |
Benefit Vendor Virtual Forums for Employers 2026 Local Employer Kickoff Events
2026 State and Local Insurance Q&A Sessions
| Virtual events, registration required | |
| Weeks of October 6, 13, 20 | Benefit Vendor Virtual Forums | Virtual events, registration required |