AG Brown Urges Congress for Unlawful Tariff Refunds

Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined 11 other state AGs urging Congress to pass legislation requiring refunds for unlawful tariffs imposed under IEEPA. The Supreme Court struck down these tariffs, which cost businesses and consumers approximately $166 billion.

Maryland AG Declines Charges in Fatal Police Shooting

Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that no charges will be filed against Salisbury Police Department officers involved in the fatal shooting of David Evans on November 2, 2025. The Attorney General's Independent Investigations Division concluded that the officers did not commit a crime under Maryland law.

BIS Statement on Hyun Song Shin Nomination

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) issued a statement regarding the nomination of Hyun Song Shin as Governor of the Bank of Korea. Mr. Shin will step down from his BIS duties immediately, with Frank Smets serving as Acting Head of the Monetary and Economic Department. This follows a previous announcement of Mr. Shin's retirement from the BIS at the end of August 2026.

Utah Auto Insurance: Consequences of Not Adding Teen Drivers

Utah's Insurance Commissioner Jon Pike clarified that auto owners and drivers are required to have insurance, meaning teen drivers must be added to parents' policies. Failure to do so can result in the insurance company not covering accidents and potential fraud investigations by the state.

Utah Homeowners Face Rising Insurance Rates Amid Wildfires

A new Utah law, House Bill 48, effective January 1, 2025, requires insurance companies to use official state wildfire risk maps when setting homeowner insurance rates. This aims to increase transparency and provide a better tool for predicting risk in wildfire-prone areas.

Utah Homeowners Face Rising Insurance Rates and Cancellations

Homeowners in parts of Washington County, Utah, are experiencing significant increases in homeowners insurance rates and policy cancellations due to heightened wildfire risk. New maps of wildland-urban interface areas are expected to be released in 2026, which may offer some relief.

Utah Insurance Regulators Warn of Fake Car Insurance Policies Sold on WhatsApp

Utah's Department of Insurance has issued a warning regarding scammers using WhatsApp to sell fake car insurance policies. Victims are provided with forged proof of insurance, leading to potential consequences such as revoked registration, impounded vehicles, and significant financial liability in case of an accident. The scam appears to be targeting the Hispanic community.

Utah Bill Redefines Wildfire Zones to Impact Home Insurance Costs

A new Utah bill, HB 48, proposes to establish a state-specific map of wildfire risk areas, aiming to more accurately define wildfire zones. This change could impact homeowners' insurance rates for thousands of residents by potentially reducing the number of homes classified as high-risk.

Insurers Drop California Policies Amid Wildfire Risk; Utah Rates May Rise

Insurers have declined to renew 2.8 million homeowner policies in California between 2020 and 2022 due to increasing wildfire risks. JPMorgan estimates insured losses from ongoing California wildfires could exceed $20 billion, potentially impacting Utah homeowners insurance rates.

Utah Wildfire Preparedness Guide

The Salt Lake Tribune has published a guide detailing expert advice on how homeowners in Utah can prepare their homes and families for potential wildfires. The guide offers actionable steps to take before a disaster strikes to mitigate risks and enhance safety.