Nevada Surplus Lines Association Issues Reminder of 90-Day Reporting Requirement from Department of Insurance
NV| The Nevada Division of Insurance reminds surplus lines brokers that under NRS 685A.050, reports for surplus lines placements must be submitted within 90 days of the policy’s effective date when Nevada is the home state. Submissions for new or renewal business filed 90 days or more after the policy effective date will be considered […]
Surplus Lines Alert: New Cannabis Risks Exportable in CA, Foster Agency Liability Modified
CA| The Surplus Line Association of California issued Bulletin 1514 announcing Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara’s updates to the Export List, effective November 24, 2025, following a June 17 public hearing and CDI Bulletin 2025-16. The changes add commercial cannabis-related operations to the list and modify the Foster Family Agencies entry from “Foster Family Occurrence-Based Only” […]
Alaska Streamlines Insurance Licensing: SB132 Aligns PBMs, TPAs, and Firms with National Standards
AK| The Alaska Division of Insurance Bulletin B25-09 explains implementation of SB132 effective January 1, 2026, and provides updated licensing and examination guidance for PBMs, TPAs, independent adjusters, designated home state licensing, firm licensing, and alias name usage in Alaska. Primary Points: Click here to see AK Bulletin B25-09
Important Reminder for Carriers: Delaware Reissues April 10, 2025 Bulletin No. 151 on Compliance and Reporting Duties
DE| Delaware Insurance Department has re-issued Bulletin No. 151 dated April 10, 2025, restating guidance to domestic and foreign insurers on maintaining accurate certificate of authority information, properly reporting and updating lines of insurance, complying with filing and financial requirements, and ensuring that all changes in corporate structure, control, or operations are promptly reported to […]
AZ Health Coverage: DIFI Drops STLDI Duration Caps, Keeps Disclosure Rules
AZ| Arizona’s Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions issued guidance on Short-Term, Limited Duration Insurance (STLDI) stating it will not enforce the 2024 federal term and duration limits in Arizona, allowing STLDI policies up to under 12 months per term and up to 36 months including renewals, but it will enforce the 2024 federal notice […]
Missouri Insurers Asked to Help Policyholders Claim 2025 Disaster Deductible Tax Credit
MO| Missouri Insurance Bulletin 25-12 explains that, under 2025 Senate Bill 3, Missouri taxpayers who had insured property losses from certain federally requested disasters in 2025 may claim a state income tax credit equal to their insurance deductible, and insurers are asked to help policyholders by providing simple claim details on request so those taxpayers […]
Utah Insurance Department Clarifies Licensing Rules for GAP Waiver Sales by Retail Vehicle Sellers
UT| Utah Insurance Department Bulletin 2025-10 clarifies that any retail vehicle seller in Utah who sells a Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) waiver must be properly licensed by the Utah Insurance Department with a limited line GAP waiver line of authority, whether the seller is a licensed dealership (legal entity) or an individual. If a dealership […]
The Surplus Line Association of Washington Released the December 2025 Newsletter
WA| The SLA of Washington December 2025 Newsletter introduces a Late Filing & Tax Amendments Report in SLIP that provides detailed premium totals by Major Class, tax year, registration month, and late filings to support clearer tracking and reconciliation of surplus line premium taxes, highlights an opportunity for brokers to submit feedback as part of […]
Mississippi Surplus Lines Association Announces Address Change of Eligible E&S Insurer
MS| The Mississippi Surplus Line Association has announced the address changes for Eligible Insurer: Everspan Indemnity Insurance Company – Code 16882 – Effective December 1, 2025. New Addresses: Click here to see MSLA Bulletin 2025-23
Colorado Extends Prior Authorization Reporting Deadline to May 1, 2026
CO| The Colorado Division of Insurance Bulletin B-4.156 explains that, in connection with HB 24-1149 and Colorado Insurance Regulation 4-2-101 (effective January 1, 2026), carriers offering health benefit plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2026 must publicly report prior authorization approvals, denials, and exemptions using new standardized templates, but for the first […]