Benefits Open Enrollment Preview: What’s Changing and When to Act

Open Enrollment for 2026 benefits runs from October 27 through November 21—note that it does not extend through the full month of November this year.

New premium rates will be posted in September, with Kaiser rates decreasing and Uniform Medical rates increasing slightly.

The Open Enrollment website will go live in September, and we’ll be sharing presentations, resources, and reminders to help you make informed choices. Stay tuned!

Content Credit: Ann Monroe, Director, HRS Benefits and Medical Leave & Accommodation

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