State of California Updates LASLI with Addition of Fortegra Specialty Insurance Company
CA| Fortegra Specialty Insurance Company (Arizona) has been added to the California Department of Insurance’s List of Approved Surplus Line Insurers (LASLI) as of April 16, 2025. The updated list is available on the CDI website, and inquiries can be directed to the Surplus Line Association of California or the CDI. Click here to see […]
California Department of Insurance Seeks Input on Export List Ahead of Upcoming Hearing
CA| The Surplus Line Association of California has issued Bulletin #1501 announcing that the California Department of Insurance (CDI) is preparing for an upcoming Export List hearing, with the date to be determined. The CDI is soliciting suggestions for additions, modifications, or deletions to the Export List, which allows surplus line brokers to place certain […]
West Virginia Issues Guidance on Fair Use of Aerial Imagery by Homeowners Insurers
WV| The West Virginia Insurance Bulletin No. 25-02 provides formal guidance on the use of aerial imagery by homeowners insurers, emphasizing the need for accuracy, transparency, and fairness. The Office of the Insurance Commissioner highlights that while aerial imagery can expedite claims and enhance safety—especially during catastrophic events—it must be used judiciously and not as […]
MSLA Announces Address Change of Authorized Non-Admitted Insurer
MS| Bulletin 2025-10, issued by the Mississippi Surplus Lines Association, announces the address change for approved non-admitted insurer, Summit Specialty Insurance Company, effective April 16, 2025. Home Office: 6031 Connection Drive, Suite 250Irving, TX 75039 Mailing Address: 6031 Connection Drive, Suite 250Irving, TX 75039 Administrative Address: 6031 Connection Drive, Suite 250Irving, TX 75039 Click here to see MSLA Bulletin 2025-10
Mississippi Issues New Network Adequacy Guidelines for Health Insurance Carriers
MS| The Mississippi Insurance Department‘s Bulletin 2025-3 provides comprehensive instructions and requirements for health insurance carriers to ensure network adequacy for managed care plans in the state, effective April 15, 2025. Key Points: Click here to read MS Bulletin 2025-3
New Hampshire Insurance Department Issues Guidance on Virtual Claims Adjustments to Protect Consumer Rights
NH| Bulletin #INS 25-031-AB from the New Hampshire Insurance Department addresses the increasing use of virtual claims adjustment systems by insurers and outlines their obligations under the Unfair Claims Settlement Practices (UCSP) provisions of the Unfair Insurance Trade Practices law (RSA 417:4, XV). It emphasizes that while virtual systems can expedite claims processing, they may […]
Montana Updates Health Insurance Filing Rules for 2026: Key Deadlines and Compliance Changes
MT| The Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance has issued an Advisory Memorandum with detailed guidance for health insurers regarding 2026 Affordable Care Act (ACA) plan filings, including deadlines, regulatory updates, and compliance expectations for both on- and off-exchange plans. Key updates include the adoption of new federal templates and actuarial tools, requirements for rate […]
Michigan Extends ACA Transitional Health Plans Through 2026
MI| The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) has issued Order 2025-15-M, extending the Affordable Care Act (ACA) transitional policy for non-grandfathered individual and small group health insurance plans through December 31, 2026. This extension allows issuers to continue renewing plans that have been continuously renewed since 2014, with certain exemptions from ACA […]
Mississippi Surplus Lines Association Announces Address Change of Surplus Lines Insurer
MS| Bulletin 2025-08, issued by the Mississippi Surplus Lines Association, announces the address change for approved non-admitted insurer, NORCAL Specialty Insurance Company, effective April 14, 2025. Home Office: 500 West 5th Street, Suite 1150Austin, TX 78701 Mailing Address: PO Box 2080Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania 17055 Click here to see MSLA Bulletin 2025-08
Mississippi Surplus Lines Association Announces Address Change of Authorized Non-Admitted Insurer
MS| Bulletin 2025-09, issued by the Mississippi Surplus Lines Association, announces the address change for approved non-admitted insurer, Conifer Insurance Company, effective April 14, 2025. Home Office: 3001 W. Big Beaver Road, Suite 319Troy, MI 48084 Mailing Address: PO Box 2080Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Administrative Address: 3001 W. Big Beaver Road, Suite 319Troy, MI 48084 Click […]