South Dakota Joins Interstate Insurance Product Regulation Commission

South Dakota has officially joined the Interstate Insurance Product Regulation Commission (IIPRC) as its 48th member jurisdiction, effective July 1, 2024. This action streamlines the product filing process for certain insurance products, while a separate update modifies the producer license reinstatement timing.

South Dakota Division of Insurance Fall 2023 Newsletter

The South Dakota Division of Insurance's Fall 2023 newsletter provides updates on health care open enrollment, producer licensing examination content review, and securities regulation filings. It also highlights administrative rules adopted, including a pharmacy benefits management complaint process, and offers information on employment opportunities and electronic payment options.

South Dakota Division of Insurance Spring 2023 Newsletter

The South Dakota Division of Insurance released its Spring 2023 newsletter, summarizing legislative changes affecting insurance laws, including HB 1012 and SB 22, both effective July 1, 2023. The newsletter also provides updates on NAIC meetings and administrative processes.

South Dakota Division of Insurance Summer 2022 Newsletter

The South Dakota Division of Insurance's Summer 2022 newsletter provides a legislative recap, details an insurance fraud assessment initiated on June 28, 2022, and lists NAIC meeting attendees. It also includes information on new bulletins, adopted rules, and company updates.

Mississippi Appoints Chief Deputy Fire Marshal

The Mississippi Department of Insurance announced the appointment of Kevin D. Butler as Chief Deputy Fire Marshal, effective March 9, 2026. Butler will oversee the State Fire Marshal's Office and supervise over 50 employees.

Mississippi DOI: Test Smoke Alarms During Daylight Saving Time

The Mississippi Insurance Department issued a notice reminding residents to test their smoke alarms as Daylight Saving Time begins. The notice highlights that a significant percentage of fire deaths in Mississippi in 2025 and early 2026 occurred in homes without working smoke alarms.

Finnegan Couple Pleads Guilty to Faulty Fire Suppression Systems Installation

Daniel and Sherri Finnegan, owners of Finnegan Fire Safety Equipment, pleaded guilty to installing faulty fire suppression systems in commercial kitchens across Mississippi. They were sentenced to prison time and ordered to pay restitution totaling over $87,000. The investigation involved multiple counties and over $343,000 in payments from victims.

Guidance on Safe Generator Use During Outages

The Mississippi State Fire Marshal's Office (SFMO) has issued guidance on the safe operation of generators during power outages. The guidance emphasizes carbon monoxide safety, proper generator placement, fuel management, and planning ahead to prevent fires and poisoning.

Mississippi Fire Deaths After Winter Storm

The Mississippi State Fire Marshal's Office reported 19 fire deaths following Winter Storm Fern, with 14 of these occurring in homes lacking smoke alarms. The notice provides safety tips for heating, generators, and smoke alarm maintenance.

DEA Notice Comment Submission

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is providing a portal for public comment on a notice. The comment period deadline is May 18, 2026. Interested parties can submit comments and attach files through the Regulations.gov website.