Health Agents for America is applauding the introduction of a bill that would tighten identity protections for consumers who enroll in health insurance in the Affordable Care Act marketplace.
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The Financial Services Institute applauded the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of the Financial Exploitation Prevention Act of 2025, bipartisan legislation that would strengthen protections for seniors and vulnerable adults by amending the Investment Company Act of 1940 to give mutual funds the ability to pause redemptions when it reasonably believes it is the result of financial exploitation of the investor.
Two industry organizations expressed their support for a bill in Congress that tackles a long-standing issue requiring certain insurance and annuity products to be registered using forms intended for corporate securities offerings.
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are heightening energy security fears and pressure on businesses, while surging demand from energy-intensive technologies is making investment in alternative energy urgent, as 73% of US executives say uncertainty is stalling transition investment.
A new era at the Federal Reserve
Now that he has been confirmed by the Senate, Kevin Warsh will step into a role closely watched by world and business leaders.
Agent groups speak out against congresswoman’s call to limit MA compensation
The Medicare agent community is speaking out against a bill by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., that would limit broker compensation for Medicare Advantage Plans.
CMS: No plans to eliminate Medicare brokers
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services does not plan to eliminate Medicare brokers or limit their ability to assist people in obtaining coverage.
Global economy ‘resilient’ in the wake of massive disruption
“It’s amazing how resilient and flexible the global economy is” in the wake of current geopolitical trends that are reshaping the investment landscape, said Jack Aldrich, BlackRock’s director for geopolitical research and strategy.
The model provides states with a framework to offer a nonrefundable tax credit to small businesses that are not required to provide health insurance but choose to offer an ICHRA.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a sweeping rule to strengthen oversight of the Affordable Care Act exchanges for plan year 2027 by lowering user fees, tightening eligibility verification and giving states greater authority over plan oversight.
The moratorium will not impact current enrollments, and existing providers can continue to deliver services to Medicare beneficiaries.
NAIFA supports DOL’s proposal to replace the current guidance “with guidance that is substantially similar to the guidance DOL adopted in 2021,” NAIFA President Christopher Gandy wrote in a letter to Andrew Rogers, administrator of the DOL’s Wage and Hour Division.
What’s behind skyrocketing hospital prices
The chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee told hospital system CEOs that hospital consolidation and mergers “are fueling the borderline extortionary prices hospitals charge patients.”
The agenda featured topics including developments in the vision care services marketplace, and the use of genetic testing in life insurance underwriting.
GDP growth to rebound in 2027-2029; markets to see more volatility in 2026
U.S. gross domestic product is expected to rebound from 2027 through 2029, with inflation expected to begin falling after 2026.
Progressive think tank proposes plan to lower health care costs
The Center for American Progress today revealed its proposal, “A Patient’s Bill of Rights to Lower Health Care Costs.”
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors praised the release of the final Medicare Advantage and Part D rule (CMS-4212-P), which incorporates several of NAIFA’s core recommendations aimed at improving access to professional guidance while reducing unnecessary administrative burdens on agents and brokers.
The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals recently submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on the proposed
2027 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters, which sets policy for the Affordable Care Act Marketplace.
Trump proposes retirement savings plan for Americans without one
Americans who don’t have access to a 401(k) account through their employer could see that change under a proposal announced by President Donald Trump during his State of the Union address Tuesday night.
NABIP asks Congress to stabilize ACA market, address affordability
The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals is in Washington this week to urge lawmakers to ensure affordable and high-quality health care for all Americans.
