Tag: Insurance Regulation

States Use Unused ACA Marketplace Premiums to Fund Abortion Services Amid CMS Guidance Debate

U.S. states leverage unused ACA Marketplace premiums to fund abortion services for low-income and uninsured populations, navigating legal frameworks under Section 1303 and CMS guidance challenges. Insight into regulatory compliance and health policy impacts.

CMS Updates on Medicare Drug Price Negotiation and 340B Rebate Litigation

CMS announces changes to Medicare drug price negotiations; ongoing litigation surrounds 340B rebate model and state drug pricing laws, affecting Medicare Advantage plans and Part D reimbursement.

Federal Contraceptive Mandate Exemptions for Little Sisters of the Poor Persist Through Court Battles

Explore ongoing court battles over ACA contraceptive mandate exemptions for the Little Sisters of the Poor and implications for religious groups in health insurance compliance.

New Law Adjusts Military Life Insurance to Reflect Inflation

The Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act mandates inflation adjustments to military life insurance, enhancing financial support for service members and veterans through updated regulatory compliance and benefit structures.

Arkansas Insurance Commissioner Focuses on Consumer Protection and Market Stability

Arkansas Insurance Commissioner Jimmy Harris prioritizes consumer protection, market stability, and modernization of insurance regulation amid rising property insurance challenges from severe weather.

Senator Hyde-Smith Calls for Healthcare Reform Beyond ACA Subsidies

Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith urges new healthcare negotiations to reduce reliance on costly ACA subsidies amid fraud concerns and rising expenses. She supports Republican plans to lower healthcare costs while opposing further extension of COVID-era ACA subsidies.

Calls for Reform in Florida Citizens Forced Arbitration Process

A coalition urges the Florida Insurance Commissioner to reform Florida Citizens Insurance's forced arbitration process due to high policyholder losses and limited relief options after disasters.

CMS Releases Official Medicare Cost Figures for 2026

CMS releases official Medicare cost data for 2026 including various payment responsibilities for beneficiaries. Details on premiums and coverage updates.

Louisiana Homeowners Insurance Premiums Adjusted Amid Market and Regulatory Shifts

Louisiana insurance regulators approve mixed homeowners insurance premium changes as reinsurance costs decline and hurricane risk models impact rate adjustments for major insurers.

Florida Property Insurance Market Strengthens Post-2022 Reforms

ALIRT's 2025 update highlights substantial improvement in Florida's domestic property insurance market following 2022 legislative reforms, with increased insurer participation and strengthened market fundamentals.