Tag: Insurance Regulation

Low-Income California Homeowners Face Higher Property Insurance Cost Burdens in 2023

Low-income homeowners in California spent a larger share of their income on property insurance in 2023 amid wildfire risks and regulatory shifts, raising affordability concerns and highlighting the need for adaptive housing policies.

Republican Debate Intensifies Over Extending Enhanced ACA Subsidies

Key insights into the Republican debate over extending COVID-era enhanced ACA subsidies, exploring fiscal impact, insurer incentives, and fraud concerns in U.S. healthcare policy.

Delaware Opens 2026 Health Insurance Marketplace Enrollment with Enhanced Support

Delaware begins 2026 open enrollment for Health Insurance Marketplace with 40 plans, official navigator support, and warnings against deceptive sales tactics.

Hildene Capital to Acquire SILAC Insurance Company for $550M

Hildene Capital Management to acquire SILAC Insurance Company in a $550 million cash deal, expanding its footprint in the U.S. fixed and fixed indexed annuity market amid rising annuity sales and evolving regulatory landscape.

Bank of England Stress Test Targets UK Private Market Financial Risks

The Bank of England launches a first-of-its-kind stress test examining UK banks' exposure to $230 billion in private markets, including private equity, private credit, and insurance reinsurance risks, amid rising global financial vulnerabilities.

CMS Proposes Overhaul of Medicare Advantage Star Ratings System

CMS is proposing major reforms to Medicare Advantage Star Ratings to address administrative measure concerns raised in industry lawsuits. These changes could impact plan quality assessments and compliance.

Georgia’s 2026 Insurance and Regulatory Laws Enhance Consumer Protections

Georgia's 2026 laws introduce increased homeowners insurance protections, health insurance digital service mandates, and shifts in behavioral health oversight impacting insurance compliance and consumer protections.

Rep. French Hill Addresses Health Insurance and Housing Affordability Issues

U.S. Rep. French Hill focuses on health insurance affordability, housing challenges, and banking regulations, highlighting issues affecting ACA marketplace users and financial sectors.

CMS Proposes Overhaul of Medicare Advantage Star Ratings, Shifts Focus to Outcomes

CMS proposes major changes to Medicare Advantage Star Ratings, removing administrative measures and focusing on patient outcomes with mixed reactions from healthcare stakeholders.

Oklahoma AG Intervenes in State Farm Insurance Fraud Lawsuit

Oklahoma Attorney General intervenes in major lawsuit alleging State Farm's fraudulent homeowners insurance claim practices, citing violations of state consumer protection laws. The case underscores regulatory conflicts and market impact.