What’s New in Health Insurance for 2026: What Individuals and Families Need to Know

As health insurance policies and market dynamics evolve, understanding what’s changing, and who is most affected, is critical. This January session will provide a clear, accessible overview of health insurance changes taking effect in 2026, with a focus on coverage options, cost-sharing, and implications for access to care, particularly for underserved and vulnerable populations.

The discussion will feature Jeanette Contreras, Executive Director of Latino Health Advocacy, and Alberto Gonzalez, Deputy Senior Director for State Government Relations at Families USA, who will share insights on how policy and market shifts may impact communities that already face barriers to care. The session will be moderated by Yvonne Rodriguez, Board Member of the Gwen Lily Research Foundation, guiding a practical and equity-centered conversation.

Participants will gain clarity on major policy and market changes, how premiums, benefits, and eligibility may be affected, and what these shifts mean across Medicaid, Medicare, and employer-sponsored plans. The…