Greg Abbott this week is laying out plans to lower health insurance costs and drug prices as the Republican governor continues to focus his reelection campaign on affordability ahead of a midterm likely to be dominated by cost-of-living concerns. The focus on health care could work to blunt a longstanding attack line for Democrats in the state: Texas'…
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The following information was released by the Oklahoma House of Representatives:. Stacy Jo Adams, R- Duncan, and Chris Sneed, R- Fort Gibson, will lead an interim study examining the factors contributing to rising homeowners' insurance costs in Oklahoma. The lawmakers will bring together insurance professionals, contractors, builders, real estate professionals,…
NASHVILLE– Going back to school is an exciting time for students, educators, and parents. As the school year gets underway across the state, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance reminds consumers that education doesn't stop in the classroom. "As the parent of young children, I know that the back-to-school season can be hectic for students, parents,…
A dream trip can unravel fast when a passport sits three months from expiring, a national park requires a permit no one knew about or a carry-on gets flagged at security. The steps below draw on official guidance from the U.S. State Department, Recreation.gov and the TSA, along with national park planning resources. The State Department travel checklist walks…
Everspan Group, a specialty property and casualty insurance platform and wholly owned subsidiary of Octave Specialty Group, Inc., today announced three senior appointments to support the company’ s continued growth. Bevan Greibesland will join as Chief Underwriting Officer on August 10, followed by Forest Clay Stewart as Chief Operating Officer on August…
Wildfires, hurricanes, flash floods- if the past few years has taught us anything, it's that "once-in-a-generation" events seem to be occurring a lot more frequently. That puts the onus on you to focus on a sleepy corner of your financial life that's supposed to protect against these risks: your homeowners' insurance policy. There are three big exceptions to…
BY MARK GONGLOFF Quick, name a critical issue in this year’ s midterm elections using just two words. Many of you probably said "food prices" or " Iran war" or "diarrhea lettuce." And you might not be wrong.
The following information was released by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance:. As the school year gets underway across the state, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance reminds consumers that education doesn't stop in the classroom. "As the parent of young children, I know that the back-to-school season can be hectic for students,…
The following information was released by the office of the Governor of Oregon:. Salem, OR Today, Governor Tina Kotek directed the Division of Financial Regulation at the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services to immediately prohibit insurance carriers from canceling or nonrenewing homeowners insurance policies for people affected by…
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation issued an emergency order requiring property and casualty insurers to temporarily stop canceling or refusing to renew policies covering homes, businesses and other risks in ZIP codes under wildfire evacuation notices. The order comes as Oregon faces one of its worst wildfire seasons on record.
2026 JUL 31– By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at NewsRx Policy and Law Daily– Fresh data on Climate Change are presented in a new report. According to news originating from Minneapolis, Minnesota, by NewsRx editors, the research stated,“ Over the last decade, homeowners insurance markets nationwide have experienced unprecedented instability due to climate…
–Eligible State Farm auto insurance customers in Louisiana will begin receiving dividend payments this week as the nation's largest auto insurer returns a portion of stronger-than-expected underwriting results to policyholders. According to a release, State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company told the Louisiana Department of Insurance it…
Assembly Bill 311, the Consumer Driving Data Protection Act, would overturn the telematics prohibition and change a nearly 40- year-old California law, signed before the word "telematics" was even coined. The bill has already passed the State Assembly and recently earned unanimous support from the Senate Insurance Committee. Following a July 9 amendment, the…
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of“ a” of China United Property Insurance Company. The ratings also reflect the expected government support CUPI will receive from its ultimate parent, China Investment Corporation, the sovereign wealth fund of the Chinese government. In 2025, the company’ s capital…
The property/casualty operating subsidiaries of Fortegra include Lyndon Southern Insurance Company; Insurance Company of the South; Response Indemnity Company of California; Blue Ridge Indemnity Company; Fortegra Specialty Insurance Company; and Fortegra Europe Insurance Company SE. In addition, AM Best has removed from under review with positive…
What happens to your home insurance when you move to another state. For example, Florida, one of the fastest-growing states, has an average annual premium of $8,471, while New Jersey, which continues to see more residents move out than in, averages $1,449, based on Insurance.com 2026 data. "Many consumers assume their risks will be similar in a new location, while also…
AM Best has commented that the Credit Ratings of Universal Shield Insurance Group subsidiaries remain unchanged following the announcement that Tiptree Inc. and Universal Shield Insurance Group have entered into a definitive agreement under which TIPT will acquire USIG, a specialty property/casualty insurer operating in both admitted and…
American Integrity Insurance Group, Inc., a Tampa- based property and casualty insurance holding company and one of Florida’ s leading providers of residential property insurance, today announced that it has reached a significant milestone on LinkedIn, surpassing 40,000 followers, reflecting continued engagement with policyholders, independent agents,…
Arch RoamRight ®, a leading provider of travel insurance solutions, today announced a new partnership with TravelJoy, the all-in-one CRM and booking platform for travel advisors. Through this integration, advisors can seamlessly quote and purchase Arch RoamRight travel insurance directly within TravelJoy, streamlining operations and creating a more…
What Colorado small businesses get wrong about cyber liability
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