Louisiana DOI Partners with NICB and 4WARN on Third-Party Litigation Funding

The Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI) has partnered with the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) and 4WARN to combat deceptive marketing tactics used by third-party litigation funding (TPLF) entities. This initiative aims to protect consumers from misleading online advertisements that steer insurance claims into unnecessary litigation, potentially increasing insurance costs.

Louisiana DOI Finalizes Auto Insurance Rate Decreases

The Louisiana Department of Insurance has finalized rate decreases for auto insurance policies from Imperial Fire & Casualty and Allstate North American Insurance Company. These changes are expected to result in lower premiums for over 58,000 policyholders in Louisiana.

Louisiana Insurance Policyholder Guidance After Storms

The Louisiana Department of Insurance has issued guidance for policyholders affected by recent storms. The guidance provides tips on filing insurance claims, protecting property from further damage, and avoiding potential scams.

State Farm Dividend to Louisiana Policyholders

The Louisiana Department of Insurance announced that State Farm is issuing special dividends to qualifying policyholders. Policyholders with a Private Passenger Auto Voluntary Preferred policy in force as of December 31, 2025, will receive an average payment of $138 per vehicle, totaling $136 million statewide.

VA Health Systems Research Scientific Merit Review Board Renewal Notice

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a notice of intent to renew the Health Systems Research Scientific Merit Review Board for a two-year period. The Board is essential for the fair selection of meritorious research projects and advising on research priorities, ensuring the quality and relevance of the VA's Health Systems Research Program.

VA Joint Brain, Behavioral, and Mental Health Review Board Meeting Notice

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is providing notice of its intent to renew the Joint Brain, Behavioral, and Mental Health and Medical Health Scientific Merit Review Board for a two-year period. The renewal is deemed necessary and in the public interest for the fair selection of meritorious research projects.

Veterans Affairs Cooperative Studies Scientific Evaluation Committee Meeting Notice

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is providing notice of its intent to renew the Cooperative Studies Scientific Evaluation Committee for a two-year period. The committee reviews proposed and ongoing cooperative studies and multi-site clinical research activities for scientific merit and feasibility.

VA Rehabilitation Research Merit Review Board Meeting Notice

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is providing notice of its intent to renew the Rehabilitation Research, Development and Translation Scientific Merit Review Board for a two-year period. The Board is essential for the fair selection of meritorious research projects and advising on program priorities to improve the quality of life for disabled Veterans.

VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) Contract Clause - Information Security

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has issued a notice announcing its submission of an information collection activity related to the VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) contract clause on Information and Information Systems Security to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This action is in response to the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014 and requires contractors with access to VA information to report security incidents and breaches.

Federal Highway Administration Public Comment Submission

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is providing a portal for the public to submit comments on a notice. This action facilitates public participation in the regulatory process. The submission portal includes guidelines on file types, size limits, and personal information disclosure.