Jun 13, 2009
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (“NAIC”) will hold its Summer 2009 National Meeting on Saturday, June 13, through Tuesday, June 16, at the Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis. To view the meeting preview, click here. PLEASE NOTE: The Suitability of …
Jun 12, 2009
The Florida Department of Financial Services (“DFS”), Division of Agent and Agency Services issued a notice providing instructions for insurance agency license renewals. Florida Law requires all licensed insurance agencies to renew their license every three years. Agency licenses must …
Jun 12, 2009
To view a complete story, click on a headline below: Gov. Crist Signs Florida Surplus Lines Regulation Bill Legislation intended to clarify the regulation of the surplus lines insurance industry in Florida has been signed into law by Gov. …
Jun 12, 2009
The Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board (“FHIAB/Board”) held a public meeting on Thursday, June 11, 2009, in Tallahassee. Chaired by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty, the Board discussed the search and selection of a permanent executive director, final 2008 assessment …
Jun 12, 2009
Enterprise Florida and Workforce Florida announced creation of a statewide council to strengthen the science, technology, engineering and math (“STEM”) skills of Florida’s students as a way to address the increasing demand for jobs requiring strong foundations in these areas. …
Jun 12, 2009
Florida Governor Charlie Crist was presented with House Bill 1171 relating to Residential Property Insurance today, June 12, 2009. Known as the “Open Rating” bill, HB 1171 would deregulate Florida property insurance rates for certain large insurers. Governor Crist has …
Jun 12, 2009
Saturday, June 13 through Tuesday, June 16 NAIC Summer 2009 National Meeting The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (“NAIC”) will hold its Summer 2009 National Meeting on Saturday, June 13, through Tuesday, June 16, at the Minneapolis …
Jun 12, 2009
Katie Scott Webb was quoted in the article “Citizens Property Insurance Corp. raises rates to align with market”
Jun 11, 2009
The Florida Chamber has issued an alert message asking for grassroots support to urge Florida Governor Charlie Crist to sign House Bill 1171. HB 1171, which has not yet been presented to the Governor for action, is also known as the …
Jun 11, 2009
Florida Governor Charlie Crist signed House Bill 853 relating to Surplus Lines Insurers into law today, June 11, 2009, whereupon it became immediately effective. HB 853 provides that Chapter 627, F.S. does not apply to surplus lines insurers unless specifically …