Kansas Insurance Commissioner Offers Wildfire Support

The Kansas Insurance Commissioner has issued a notice offering support to communities impacted by recent wildfires. The Department of Insurance is available to assist residents with insurance claims and navigate the recovery process, providing contact information for their Consumer Assistance Division.

Kansas Storm Claims Paid by Insurers Reach $879 Million in 2025

The Kansas Department of Insurance released 2025 data showing that insurance companies paid out $879 million for storm damage claims, a nearly 99% increase from 2023. The notice highlights the cost of severe storms and advises policyholders to review their coverage.

Kansas Insurance Commissioner Offers Severe Weather Insurance Aid

The Kansas Department of Insurance is reminding residents and businesses affected by recent severe weather in Wyandotte, Johnson, and Leavenworth Counties to contact the Department if they encounter issues with insurance claims. Commissioner Vicki Schmidt encourages those with questions or claim disputes to reach out for assistance.

DEA Notice: SpecGx LLC Importer Application for Controlled Substances

The DEA has issued a notice regarding an application from SpecGx LLC to be registered as an importer of Schedule II controlled substances, including Phenylacetone, Coca Leaves, Thebaine, Opium, Poppy Straw Concentrate, and Tapentadol. Interested parties can submit comments or objections by April 20, 2026.

DEA Notice: Patheon API Services Importer Registration Application

The DEA has published a notice regarding an application from Patheon API Services, Inc. for registration as an importer of specific controlled substances, including Dimethyltryptamine, Psilocybin, Psilocyn, Amphetamine, and Methadone. Interested parties can submit comments or hearing requests by April 20, 2026.

DEA Notice of Application for Bulk Controlled Substance Manufacturer Registration

The DEA has published a notice regarding an application from Siegfried Grafton, Inc. to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of various controlled substances, including Schedule I and II drugs. Interested parties can submit comments or requests for a hearing by May 18, 2026.

DEA Bulk Manufacturer Application for Controlled Substances

The DEA has published a notice regarding an application from Sterling Wisconsin, LLC to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of Schedule I and II controlled substances, including Lysergic Acid Diethylamide, Marihuana Extract, and Oliceridine. Registered manufacturers and applicants can submit comments or hearing requests by May 18, 2026.

Indiana Withdraws Association Health Plans Bulletin 245

The Indiana Department of Insurance has withdrawn Association Health Plans Bulletin 245. This action follows the U.S. Department of Labor's rescission of its 2018 rule defining 'employer' for Association Health Plans, returning to pre-2018 guidance.

Indiana AG 54 for Index-Linked Variable Annuities

The Indiana Department of Insurance issued Bulletin 275 to clarify that Actuarial Guideline 54 (AG 54) is effective for all index-linked variable annuity contracts issued on or after July 1, 2024. Insurers must demonstrate compliance with AG 54 for approved products to continue selling them in Indiana.

Indiana Credit Life and Accident/Health Insurance Rate Adjustment

The Indiana Department of Insurance issued Bulletin 277 to update prima facie rates for credit life and accident/health insurance. The bulletin adjusts rates based on triennial experience data, increasing credit life rates by 32.5% and decreasing accident/health rates by 6.1%.