The board meeting included an executive session focused on personnel and contracting matters. Key agenda items included the election of the Audit Committee chairperson and an Executive Director's report regarding the CalHEERS system integrator contract award. The board also reviewed strategic plans for the upcoming open enrollment period, which involved audience-based marketing, paid media deployment, and member communication strategies intended to maintain coverage and facilitate renewal.
Aug 20, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
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The executive director's report detailed various updates including federal and state policy shifts, legislative actions, and programmatic status reports. Key topics included the court-ordered stay of provisions in the 2027 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters final rule, the new public charge final rule effective date, and submitted comments on the Essential Health Benefits framework. The board reviewed updates on service center performance metrics, Covered California for Small Business enrollment and plan partnerships, CalHEERS consumer website migration, and outreach and sales efforts regarding non-English enrollment support. Additionally, legislative budget actions impacting state premium subsidies and affordability funds were discussed.
Jul 1, 2026·Budget
Covered California FY2026-27 Budget
Covered California's approved operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2026-27, the legal budget of record.
Jun 18, 2026·Board meeting
Covered California Board Meeting Agenda
The board meeting agenda includes closed sessions for personnel and contract matters, as well as formal board action items regarding committee appointments. The executive director will present updates on state and federal policy, legislative affairs, and data and research. Key policy and action items involve the proposal of the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, design of the 2027 state premium subsidy program, revised 2027 standard benefit designs, and proposed regulations for enrollment assistance and eligibility.
