Area code 959 is an overlay of 860 in Connecticut, serving cities such as Hartford, New Britain, and Norwich. Introduced in 2014, it brought ten-digit dialing to the area and supports both urban centers and suburban communities. The region includes many state government offices and is central to Connecticut’s political and economic structure. Although still gaining recognition compared to 860, area code 959 ensures numbering availability in a traditionally dense telecommunications area and reflects the continued modernization of the state’s infrastructure.