Insurance Compliance

RxPreferred Benefits LLC Consent Order A-2584

The Nebraska Department of Insurance entered a Consent Order against RxPreferred Benefits LLC on April 17, 2026. The order, designated Cause Number A-2584, addresses regulatory violations identified through departmental proceedings. The company has agreed to the terms specified in the consent order. Compliance obligations and any associated penalties are documented in the full order PDF maintained by the department.

Ida Mercanti Speech, OECD-Banca d'Italia, AI Financial Markets

Ida Mercanti, Secretary General of IVASS (Italian Insurance Supervisory Authority), delivered a speech at the concluding event of the OECD-Banca d'Italia project on AI in Italian financial markets. The project focuses on strengthening the regulatory and supervisory framework and market practices for artificial intelligence use in Italian financial markets. The event took place in Rome on 24 April 2026.

IVASS Council Member Addresses AIBA Conference on Broker Future

IVASS Council Member Maddalena Rabitti delivered opening remarks at the AIBA conference in Rome on April 23, 2026, addressing the future of insurance brokers amid demographic challenges and innovation. The speech, titled 'Conoscere per cambiare insieme. Il Broker del futuro tra crisi demografica, innovazione e nuove esigenze di protezione' (Knowing to Change Together: The Broker of the Future Between Demographic Crisis, Innovation, and New Protection Needs), discussed structural changes facing Italy's insurance intermediary sector. The conference materials are available in PDF format from the IVASS website.

IVASS Auto Insurance Prices Q4 2025 Update

IVASS published its quarterly statistical communication on effective prices for motor third-party liability (R.C. Auto) insurance covering the fourth quarter of 2025 (October–December). The publication, dated 20 April 2026, is the fifth annual edition (Year V, No. 4) and includes a full PDF report (588.7 KB) and supporting Excel data tables (128.0 KB). The document provides market-level pricing trends for auto insurance across Italy, reflecting IVASS's ongoing consumer-protection monitoring role in the Italian insurance sector.

NY DFS Reminds Banks of Fair Lending Obligations Under Section 296-a

The New York State Department of Financial Services issued an industry letter on April 22, 2026, reminding all entities regulated under the New York Banking Law of their existing obligations under New York Executive Law Section 296-a, the state's fair lending statute. The letter emphasises that covered credit decisions resulting in disparate impact may constitute unlawful discriminatory practice and cites prior consent orders against Rhinebeck Bank, Adirondack Trust Company, and Chemung Canal Trust as enforcement examples. The guidance explicitly states it does not impose any new requirements on regulated entities, serving only as a reminder of existing statutory obligations. Protected characteristics under Section 296-a include race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, sex, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, disability, and familial status.

Commissioner King Assists South Georgia Wildfire Response

Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced on April 24, 2026, that the Georgia Department of Insurance and Safety Fire is actively assisting with wildfire response in multiple South Georgia counties. Approximately 30 law enforcement members of OCI are deployed to affected areas, with several team members specially trained in wildfire operations to monitor fire movement and provide real-time situational assessments. The Department is coordinating with local fire departments, emergency management agencies, and county leadership to assist with evacuations, guide evacuation routes, and conduct neighborhood-by-neighborhood outreach.

Cherokee County Man Sentenced to 24 Months Probation for Insurance Fraud

Chad Ashe, 43, of Cherokee County, Kansas, pleaded guilty to one felony count of insurance fraud on January 21, 2026, in Cherokee County District Court and was sentenced on April 8, 2026, to 24 months of probation and fined $1,000. The fraud involved adding collision coverage to his insurance policy after a car accident occurred, then filing a claim falsely stating the date and time of the accident. The Kansas Department of Insurance investigated the case, which was prosecuted by the Kansas Attorney General's Office.

Final Report on Implementing Technical Standards for Resolution Reporting

EIOPA has published final Implementing Technical Standards (ITS) on resolution reporting, establishing the procedures, standard forms, and templates that insurers must use when submitting information to resolution authorities for the preparation of resolution plans. The publication includes a final report, Annex III Templates (Excel spreadsheet), and Annex III Instructions (PDF). The standards apply to all insurers subject to resolution planning obligations under the Insurance Recovery and Resolution Directive (IRRD).

EIOPA Final RTS on Resolution Colleges, April 2026

EIOPA published final Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) on the operational functioning of resolution colleges, reference EIOPA-BoS-26-129, on 24 April 2026. The RTS provides a comprehensive framework specifying how resolution colleges should be organised operationally, the content of written arrangements and procedures, joint decision processes including planning and documentation requirements for group resolution plans, resolvability assessments, and measures to address impediments to resolvability.

OK-MAP $150 Annual Assessment, Invoices Due May 2026

The Oklahoma Market Assistance Program (OK-MAP) has issued its annual $150 assessment to all insurers licensed in Oklahoma for both property and casualty lines of business. Invoices will be sent during the first week of May 2026, with payment due September 1, 2026. Insurers who fail to pay the assessment face penalties under 36 O.S. § 6422, including revocation of their certificate of authority and/or a civil fine of up to $5,000.

FRA Approves Licensing of 9 Non-Banking Financial Entities

The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA), chaired by Dr. Islam Azzam, approved the licensing of nine non-banking financial entities on April 21, 2026. Approved entities include Fawry Micro-insurance under the Unified Insurance Law, Al Gammal Holding and Grow Holding, Tameh Real Estate Investment Fund, Spark Acquisition Corp (SPAC), Bokra Venture Capital Fund, Bokra Private Equity Fund, Trend Holding for Financial Investments, and Nawy Shares for Real Estate Fund Management and Underwriting. The approvals target expansion of micro-insurance, investment funds, and real estate vehicles to drive financial inclusion in Egypt.

Romance Scams Cost Montana Residents Thousands

The Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance issued a consumer alert on February 27, 2026, warning Montana residents about rising romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day. Commissioner James Brown of the State Auditor's Office explained how scammers create fake profiles on dating apps and social media using stolen photos, then manufacture emotional emergencies to request urgent money transfers, often via bitcoin ATMs or digital wallets. According to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center, Montana ranks seventh highest per capita in internet crime losses nationwide since 2023, with Gallatin Valley residents losing thousands of dollars to these schemes.

American Prairie Sues Montana Land Board Over Bison Grazing Rights

American Prairie filed suit on March 17, 2026, in Lewis and Clark County state district court against the Montana Land Board and Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, challenging the board's decision to block wild bison from grazing on state trust lands. The dispute arose days after the Land Board passed two resolutions targeting bison use of those lands, and follows the U.S. Bureau of Land Management's January 2026 revocation of the group's federal grazing permits in Phillips County. The Land Board oversees approximately 5.2 million acres of state trust lands that generated over $80 million in 2025 for Montana's public schools.

Broken Bow Insurance Producer Deberry License Revoked, $2,000 Fine

The Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) has revoked the insurance producer license of David Kyle Deberry of Broken Bow and imposed a $2,000 fine following a March 5, 2026 show-cause hearing at which Deberry failed to appear. The investigation, initiated by a December 19, 2024 complaint from Farmers Insurance Group, found that Deberry misappropriated $22,433.65 in consumer premiums from February through September 2024, with $4,145.64 remaining unaccounted for after Farmers recovered $18,288.01. OID's Anti-Fraud Unit conducted the investigation and made multiple unsuccessful attempts to contact Deberry for an interview.

Travelers Cuts Georgia Auto Rates by 10.1%

The Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire approved a filing by Travelers Property Casualty Insurance Company for an overall 10.1% decrease in private passenger auto insurance rates, effective upon approval. The reduction impacts thousands of Georgia policyholders and represents approximately $40 million in premium savings statewide. Commissioner John F. King cited the reduction as evidence of a more competitive and consumer-responsive Georgia insurance market.

Slide Insurance Company Approved to Assume 50 Citizens Policies

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation issued Consent Order OIR 2026-30 on April 14, 2026, approving Slide Insurance Company's proposal to assume up to 50 selected commercial lines policies from Citizens Property Insurance Corporation. The approved assumption includes 20 commercial residential multiperil and 30 commercial residential wind-only policies, expected to transfer on or about July 21, 2026. The order imposes conditions including comparable coverage requirements, a 40% cap on take-out premium offers relative to Citizens renewal premiums, and advance written approval from the OFFICE for any additional policy assumptions.

Capacity Insurance Company Tenth Consent Order Extending Supervision

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation has issued its Tenth Consent Order extending the period of public administrative supervision for Capacity Insurance Company by 120 days from the date of execution. This marks the tenth extension since the original 120-day supervision order was entered on March 3, 2023. The extension was consented to by Capacity Insurance Company, which acknowledged that conditions necessitating continued administrative supervision exist. All prior consent order terms remain in full force and effect. Capacity Insurance Company is a domestic property and casualty insurer authorized to transact insurance business in Florida under Certificate of Authority issued pursuant to Chapter 624, Part III, Florida Statutes.

Data Call, 2025 Property Premium, Due May 22

The Texas Department of Insurance requires companies writing commercial property or businessowners insurance in Texas, and certain farm mutuals writing property insurance, to submit 2025 property direct written premium data for the Texas catastrophe area. Three categories of companies are affected based on their reporting arrangements with Insurance Services Office Inc. Companies must respond even if they do not write applicable business in the catastrophe area. Responses are due no later than May 22, 2026.

Commissioner Causey Negotiates 5% Annual Dwelling Rate Increase Over Two Years, Saving NC Consumers $268M

North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has settled a dwelling rate case with insurance companies, reducing the N.C. Rate Bureau's requested 68.3% two-year increase to an average statewide increase of 5% per year over the next two years. The negotiated settlement, effective October 1, 2026 and October 1, 2027, includes mitigation credits for consumers investing in fortified homes and roofs. A hearing on the proposed increase originally scheduled for July 6 has been canceled as a result of the settlement. Commissioner Causey stated the settlement saves North Carolina consumers more than $268 million compared to the insurance companies' original request.

Commissioner Causey Recognizes 700 SHIIP Volunteers During National Volunteer Week

Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey recognized North Carolina's 700 SHIIP (Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program) certified counselors during National Volunteer Week 2026 (April 19–25). The program, preparing to celebrate 40 years of service in September 2026, has grown to cover all 100 counties serving North Carolina's 2.2 million Medicare beneficiaries. SHIIP volunteers counsel Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, and long-term care insurance, with the NC Senior Medicare Patrol additionally helping seniors identify and report billing errors, fraud, abuse, and waste.

FRA and Arab Academy Partner for Postgraduate Financial Programs

The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) of Egypt and the Arab Academy for Management, Banking and Financial Sciences (AAMBFS) signed a strategic cooperation protocol on April 18, 2026, establishing specialized postgraduate programs for FRA staff and non-banking financial sector employees. The agreement includes MBA programs in Arabic and English as well as Professional Doctorates (DBA), with partial scholarships and flexible payment systems to support career advancement. A joint steering committee will oversee implementation over an initial two-year renewable term.

Prime Minister Decree 1013 of 2026 Establishes Economic Ministerial Group with FRA Chairman

Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly issued Decree No. 1013 of 2026 establishing the composition and mandates of the Economic Ministerial Group, chaired by the Prime Minister and comprising the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt, and six ministers including Finance, Investment and Foreign Trade, and Industry, alongside the Chairman of the Financial Regulatory Authority. Dr. Islam Azzam, who was appointed FRA Chairman in March 2026 pursuant to Presidential Decree No. 116 of 2026, has joined the Group, bringing extensive expertise in financial regulation, capital markets, insurance, and non-banking financial services.

FRA and Youth Ministry Discuss Financial Literacy Cooperation

Dr. Islam Azzam, FRA Chairman, met Minister of Youth and Sports Gohar Nabil on 16 April 2026 to discuss cooperation frameworks for youth financial literacy and economic empowerment in Egypt. The meeting aligned with Sustainable Development Goals and Egypt Vision 2030, with both parties committing to cross-institutional integration to expand financial inclusion for Egyptian youth.

Shapiro Administration Announces Pennsylvania Auto Insurance Rates Dropping After Years of Increases

The Shapiro Administration announced on April 22, 2026, that average auto insurance rates in Pennsylvania are dropping after years of increases, contributing to household cost savings for state residents. The Pennsylvania Insurance Department published the announcement as part of its ongoing consumer-focused communications. The rate stabilization represents a reversal of multi-year premium increases for Pennsylvania auto insurance policyholders.

PA Insurance Department Posts Risant, Everett Cash, Highmark Filings

The Pennsylvania Insurance Department posted current Transactions of Interest listing five insurance company regulatory filings received between June 2023 and January 2026. These include two Highmark requests for modification, Highmark's Certificate of Authority applications, Everett Cash Mutual Insurance Company's conversion and acquisition filing, and Risant Health Inc. and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals' request to acquire Geisinger. The listing serves as a transparency mechanism for the public to review pending and recent insurance regulatory filings.

TX OPIC Saves Texans $13M, Reviews 1,200 Filings in 2025

TX OPIC reviewed over 1,200 insurance rate and policy form filings from insurers submitted to the Texas Department of Insurance during fiscal year 2025, saving Texas consumers over $13 million through limited or postponed premium increases and obtained refunds. The agency reached over 5.1 million Texans via social media and website. Two new laws resulted from OPIC recommendations: Senate Bill 458 requires home and personal auto policies to include appraisal provisions, and Senate Bill 1644 mandates insurers who use credit-based information to re-rate policies every three years.

LDI Warns Consumers Against Unlicensed Healthcare Entities Innovative Partners and LifeX Research

The Louisiana Department of Insurance issued a consumer alert on April 21, 2026, warning residents that Innovative Partners and LifeX Research are not licensed to sell or solicit health insurance in Louisiana. The LDI has received multiple complaints from consumers who purchased what they believed were comprehensive health policies only to have their insurance cards rejected by medical providers, leaving them responsible for medical bills. Consumers are urged to verify an insurer's licensing status through the LDI Active Company Search tool before purchasing any plan.

PRA Finalises Phase 1 SM&CR Reforms: 12-Week Rule Changes and Streamlined Requirements

The PRA has finalised Phase 1 reforms to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR), published as PS12/26 on 22 April 2026, amending multiple PRA Rulebook Parts including Certification, Conduct Rules, Fitness and Propriety, and Notifications. Key changes include increased flexibility under the 12-week rule for covering temporary Senior Management function vacancies, additional clarity on Group Entity SMF7 scope, and streamlined requirements for statements of responsibilities, regulatory references, and criminal record checks. The reforms apply to all PRA-authorised firms and persons subject to the Change in Control Part and FSMA, with Phase 2 reforms expected following HMT's legislative changes.

Zero Cost-Sharing Required for Behavioral Health Services in New Mexico Effective January 2027

Senate Bill 120, signed April 8, 2025, removes the January 1, 2027 sunset date for behavioral health cost-sharing elimination established under SB317 (2021), making the prohibition on cost-sharing for behavioral health services permanent. The NM OSI bulletin clarifies that all health insurance policies, health care plans, and HMO contracts delivered, issued, or renewed in New Mexico must eliminate cost-sharing — including copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles — for behavioral health services effective immediately. Bulletin 2021-009 will be repealed December 31, 2026 at 12:00 a.m., and the new zero cost-sharing standard must be applied uniformly across all subject health plans.

Oklahoma Insurance Department Releases Storm Readiness Guide

The Oklahoma Insurance Department published a storm preparedness guide urging Oklahoma residents to review insurance coverage, build home inventories, create safety plans, and pack emergency go-bags ahead of severe weather season. The guide also highlights the Strengthen Oklahoma Homes Program offering homeowners up to $10,000 grants for roof fortification, with average annual premium savings of nearly $800.

IVASS Orders Blocking of 3 Abusive Insurance Websites

IVASS ordered the blocking of three websites offering unauthorized insurance services: portale.nobileassicurazioni.it, www.rc.christiancenedese.it and rc.christiancenedese.it, and preventivi.vittoriaassicurazionipiacenzamellina.it. The blocking activities are being carried out by Italian internet service providers and may take several days to take full effect due to technical reasons. The total number of abusive sites blocked by IVASS since November 2023 has risen to 362. Consumers are warned against insurance proposals received via instant messaging or prepaid credit card payments.

Third DallBogg Contract Prohibition Extended to Bulgaria

The Financial Supervision Commission (FSC), Bulgaria's supervisory authority, imposed a new prohibition on DallBogg: Life and Health on April 2, 2026, preventing the insurer from concluding new insurance or reinsurance contracts, extending existing contracts, or expanding coverage. This is the third consecutive prohibition following prior measures issued on July 1, 2025 and October 1, 2025. Existing policies remain valid; the action targets future business conduct and is based on violations of market conduct rules and Bulgarian insurance law. Italian consumers with auto liability or suretyship coverage through DallBogg are not affected by cancellation but may contact IVASS for assistance.

New Health Insurance Laws - 2025 Wisconsin Acts 103 and 122

2025 Wisconsin Act 103, enacted March 19, 2026, modifies Wis. Stat. § 632.895 (8) to require insurers to provide coverage of diagnostic breast examinations without cost-sharing and supplemental breast screening examinations to individuals with increased breast cancer risk or dense breast tissue without cost-sharing for the first examination per policy year. 2025 Wisconsin Act 122, enacted March 27, 2026, removes a statutory deadline limiting OCI's ability to reapply for the federal 1332 waiver for the Wisconsin Healthcare Stability Plan and clarifies that background check and fingerprinting requirements for navigator licensure apply only to individual navigators (natural persons), not to navigator entities. Both acts apply to policy or plan years beginning January 1, 2027.

Missouri DCI Offers Severe Weather Insurance Recovery Guidance

The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance has issued consumer guidance for residents impacted by recent severe storms. DCI's Consumer Affairs Division recovered $46.2 million on behalf of Missouri consumers in 2025. The department recommends documenting property damage with photos, keeping repair receipts, and contacting insurance companies promptly to initiate claims. Consumers with questions can reach DCI's free Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390 or visit insurance.mo.gov/consumers.

Revised Guidelines on Information Exchange Within Supervisory Colleges for Cross-Border Insurance Groups

EIOPA published revised Guidelines on information exchange within supervisory colleges for cross-border insurance groups in the EEA, effective 20 April 2026. The revisions improve upon the 2015 framework by streamlining annexes, updating legal references to reflect latest regulatory developments, and introducing new provisions on sharing group Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA) reports within colleges. Affected cross-border insurance groups and their National Competent Authorities should review the updated confidentiality safeguards and information-sharing protocols.

Auto Damage Appraiser Licensing Board Meeting Notice and Agenda - March 4, 2026

The Massachusetts Division of Insurance posted a meeting notice for the Auto Damage Appraiser Licensing Board (ADALB) scheduled for March 4, 2026, dated February 28, 2026. The notice provides a link to the meeting agenda PDF but contains minimal substantive content beyond administrative boilerplate describing the Division's consumer-protection mission. No agenda items, regulatory actions, or compliance obligations are stated in the notice itself.

Massachusetts Licenses and Regulates Pharmacy Benefit Managers

The Massachusetts Division of Insurance published a webpage on March 13, 2026, announcing and providing access to guidance on the licensing and regulation of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs). The page links to a downloadable PDF document titled 'Licensing and Regulation of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)' and describes the Division's mission to monitor licensee solvency and protect consumer interests in the insurance marketplace. Entities seeking to operate as PBMs in Massachusetts should review the linked guidance to understand applicable licensing and regulatory requirements under state insurance law.

California Insurance Studies Reports Publications Index

The California Department of Insurance maintains an online index of its studies, reports, and publications organized into categories including hearings and legislation, research studies (automobile, health, homeowners insurance), company financial reports, annual reports, and specialized topics such as earthquake insurance, underserved communities, and transportation network company coverage. The page provides links to PDF and Excel documents without containing substantive regulatory text.

Oklahoma Advances Health Insurance Marketplace Efforts

The Oklahoma Insurance Department received conditional approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services on April 17, 2026, to transition to a State-based Exchange on the Federal Platform (SBE-FP), effective May 1, 2026. This transition marks a significant milestone in Oklahoma's efforts to stabilize the individual health insurance market, improve affordability, and expand coverage choices for consumers. While enrollment will continue through HealthCare.gov for Plan Years 2026 and 2027, OID will begin assuming key Exchange responsibilities including plan management, consumer assistance, and public engagement, enabling greater state-level oversight of the health insurance market.

Regulated Fees and Levies: Rates Proposals 2026/27

The PRA is consulting on its proposed Total Funding Requirement (TFR) of £346.6 million for 2026/27, a decrease of £3.6 million (1%) from 2025/26, with the Annual Funding Requirement (AFR) set at £329.3 million. The consultation proposes new internal model application and maintenance fees for Securities Financing Transactions Value-at-Risk (SFT VaR), increases to Future Banking Data programme costs, and revised fees for internal model applications and new firm authorisations. Responses are requested by Friday 15 May 2026, with implementation proposed for 13 July 2026.

PRA Business Plan 2026/27 Sets Regulatory Priorities for Banking and Insurance Sectors

The PRA has published its 2026/27 Business Plan outlining regulatory priorities for banking and insurance sectors, confirming its focus on safety and soundness, policyholder protection, and a proportionate regulatory approach. Key initiatives include embedding Basel III implementation through 2026/27, finalising a simplified capital regime for small domestic banks effective January 2027, continuing liquidity reforms for insurers, and streamlining regulatory reporting through the Future Banking Data Programme. The PRA also plans continued engagement with HM Treasury on ring-fencing reforms and is working with the FCA on operational incident reporting, third-party relationship requirements, and reforms to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime.

EIOPA Year-End 2024 Comparative Study on Market and Credit Risk Modelling

EIOPA published results of its comparative study on market and credit risk modelling based on year-end 2024 data, covering 22 participants from 7 Member States that together account for close to 100% of EUR investments held by undertakings with approved internal models covering market and credit risk in the EEA. The study focuses on EUR instruments as well as selected GBP and USD instruments and corresponding foreign exchange rate indices. Findings show moderate to significant dispersion in some asset model outputs, partly attributable to model and business specificities that supervisors are conscious of, underscoring the need for continued supervisory attention including at the European level.

Faster Insurance Licensing, 33,000 New Jobs Since 2023

Faster Insurance Licensing, 33,000 New Jobs Since 2023

Kentucky Awards $14.3M to Thoroughbred Breeders

Kentucky Awards $14.3M to Thoroughbred Breeders

Commissioner Yaworsky Suspends Mirra Health Certificate of Authority Over Offshore Data Transfer Violations

Florida Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky ordered the immediate suspension of Mirra Health Care, LLC's certificate of authority on March 24, 2026, for repeatedly exposing sensitive claims and enrollment data from over 23,000 Florida Medicare Advantage enrollees—including those with chronic and institutional special needs—to unlicensed entities in India and the Philippines without proper authorization from the Florida HMOs. The company also failed to produce required contracts during the OIR examination, further violating Florida law.

Florida Top 5 Auto Groups Get -8% Rate Decrease for 2026

Florida Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky announced that Florida's top five auto insurance groups (Progressive, Berkshire Hathaway/GEICO, State Farm, Allstate, and USAA) are indicating an average -8% rate change for 2026, representing 78% of Florida's auto market. The announcement follows 2025's -7.4% average rate change and is attributed to historic legislative tort reforms championed by Governor Ron DeSantis. Progressive issued nearly $1 billion in policyholder credits, State Farm announced a $533 million dividend averaging $173 per vehicle, and GEICO is providing rate relief to over 700,000 customers effective April 2026. Florida's personal auto liability loss ratio reached 52.5% in 2025, the lowest recorded in 15 years, while auto physical damage loss ratios dropped from 112.0% in 2022 to 49.5% in 2025.

Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau Newsletter Spring 2026

The Delaware Medicare Assistance Bureau (DMAB) publishes its Spring 2026 newsletter covering Medicare scams, savings programs, and June seminar schedules. Medicare now allows account creation via ID.me, CLEAR, or Login.gov, which requires sensitive personal information making the process a target for scammers sending fake emails, texts, and building fraudulent websites. The newsletter includes income limits for Medicare Savings Programs (QMB, SLMB, QI), Extra Help/Low Income Subsidy eligibility thresholds, and the Delaware Prescription Assistance Program ($3,000 annual benefit), with seminars scheduled across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties in June 2026.

Delaware Insurance Newsletter - Life and Homeowners Insurance Consumer Guide

Trinidad Navarro, Delaware Insurance Commissioner, published a consumer guide newsletter covering life insurance basics and homeowners insurance considerations for Delaware residents. The guide explains how much life insurance consumers may need, factors affecting homeowners premiums, and practical tips for purchasing coverage including shopping around, reviewing policy illustrations, and understanding free-look cancellation periods. The newsletter also recognizes Sean Brown as Employee of the Quarter and answers a consumer question about insuring vacant buildings.

NIPR Invoice Phishing Scam Warning for Licensed Insurance Producers

Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready issued a Special Notice on April 15, 2026 warning all licensed insurance producers about an active phishing email campaign impersonating the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR). Fraudulent emails reference past-due invoices and appear to originate from trusted domains including @nipr.com, @naic.org, or @stripe, falsely requesting payment. NIPR's cybersecurity team is actively investigating, and warning alerts have been posted on NIPR.com and within the Licensing Center.

Producers and Adjusters Bulletin No. 41: NIPR Phishing Email Warning

The Delaware Department of Insurance has issued Bulletin No. 41 to warn all insurance professionals licensed to transact business in Delaware about a targeted phishing campaign in which fraudulent emails falsely claim to be past-due invoices from the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR). These messages may appear to originate from domains including @nipr.com, @naic.org, or @stripe.com, and are designed to trick recipients into clicking malicious links or submitting unauthorized payments. The bulletin provides specific warning signs to identify fraudulent emails and recommends protective actions including verifying invoice authenticity directly with NIPR.