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New York DFSNY

Statement By Department of Financial Services Acting Superintendent Kaitlin Asrow on New York State FY27 Budget

The New York State budget for fiscal year 2027 has been announced, impacting various financial services including insurance. This budget outlines funding and priorities that will affect how insurance companies operate in the state. Insurance agents should review the budget details to understand how ...

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Governor Hochul Signs Budget That Makes New York More Affordable, Keeps New Yorkers Safe And Expands Opportunity For All

New York's Governor Hochul has signed a new budget aimed at making life more affordable for residents, enhancing safety, and creating more opportunities for everyone. This budget includes various measures that may impact insurance costs and availability in the state. Insurance agents should review t...

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As Washington Republicans Make Life Harder and More Expensive for Working Families, Governor Hochul Continues Push for Key Budget Proposals to Make Life More Affordable for New Yorkers

Governor Hochul is working on budget proposals aimed at making life more affordable for New Yorkers. This comes as Republicans in Washington are implementing policies that are increasing costs for working families. Insurance agents should stay informed about these budget changes as they may affect t...

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Statement by DFS Acting Superintendent Kaitlin Asrow at the Joint Legislative Public Hearing on FY 2027 Executive Budget - Health

The Department of Financial Services (DFS) has announced changes in the health budget for the fiscal year 2027. This affects all health insurance providers and stakeholders in the industry. Agents should review the new budget details and understand how these changes may impact their operations and c...

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Statement by DFS Acting Superintendent Kaitlin Asrow at the Joint Legislative Public Hearing on FY 2027 Executive Budget - Economic Development

The Department of Financial Services (DFS) has announced updates related to the FY 2027 Executive Budget that will impact economic development initiatives. This announcement is important for insurance agents as it may affect funding and regulations in the insurance sector. Agents should stay informe...

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Governor Hochul Joins New York Farm Bureau and Farmers to Highlight Her FY27 Budget Proposals

Governor Hochul has announced her budget proposals for the fiscal year 2027, focusing on support for farmers in New York. This announcement was made in collaboration with the New York Farm Bureau and local farmers. Agents should stay informed about these proposals as they may impact agricultural ins...

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Federal Register19d ago

Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for Office of Management and Budget Review (OMB); Comment Request

The government is collecting information from organizations that provide services to homeless individuals. This includes details about the populations they serve, the services they offer, and how they train their staff. It also involves how they use data to improve their programs and work with other...

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Federal RegisterMay 26

Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Request for Comment; Incident Reporting for Automated Driving Systems (ADS) and Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is updating its requirements for reporting incidents involving Automated Driving Systems (ADS) and Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). This change affects manufacturers and developers of these technologies, as they will need t...

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Federal RegisterMay 18

Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq MRX, LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

Nasdaq MRX, LLC has announced new fees for industry members related to the costs of the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) for the period from May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. These fees will cover necessary insurance costs, including cyber security liability, directors' and officers' liability, and e...

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Federal RegisterMay 18

Self-Regulatory Organizations; Long-Term Stock Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related To Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

The Long-Term Stock Exchange has announced new fees for industry members related to the costs of the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) for the period from May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. These fees will cover necessary insurance costs, including cyber security liability, directors' and officers' lia...

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Federal RegisterMay 18

Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq ISE, LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

The Nasdaq ISE has announced new fees for industry members related to the costs of maintaining the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) from May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. These fees will cover necessary insurance costs, including cyber security, directors and officers liability, and errors and omissi...

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Federal RegisterMay 18

Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq Texas, LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

Nasdaq Texas has announced new fees for industry members related to the costs of the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) for the period from May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. These fees will cover necessary insurance costs, including cyber security liability, directors' and officers' liability, and erro...

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Federal RegisterMay 15

Self-Regulatory Organizations; 24X National Exchange LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

The National Exchange LLC has announced a new rule that will establish fees for industry members related to the costs of maintaining the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) system from May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. This includes expenses for various types of insurance, such as cyber security liabili...

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Federal RegisterMay 15

Self-Regulatory Organizations; Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc.; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Amend FINRA Rule 6897 (Consolidated Audit Trail Funding Fees) To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has announced a new rule that will affect industry members by establishing fees related to the costs of the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) for the period from May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. These fees will cover necessary insurance costs, inclu...

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Federal RegisterMay 15

Self-Regulatory Organizations; MEMX LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

The MEMX LLC has announced new fees for industry members related to the costs of maintaining the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) from May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. These fees will cover necessary insurance costs, including cyber security, directors' and officers' liability, and errors and omissi...

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Federal RegisterMay 14

Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq PHLX LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

The Nasdaq PHLX LLC has announced a new rule that will establish fees for industry members related to the costs of the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) for the period from May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. These fees will cover necessary insurance costs, including cyber security liability, directors'...

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Federal RegisterMay 14

Self-Regulatory Organizations; The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

The Nasdaq Stock Market has announced new fees for industry members related to the costs of maintaining the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) from May 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. This includes expenses for various types of insurance, such as cyber security, directors' and officers' liability, and er...

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Federal RegisterMay 14

Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq GEMX, LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Reasonably Budgeted CAT Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail for May 1, 2026 Through December 31, 2026

Starting May 1, 2026, Nasdaq GEMX will implement new fees for industry members to cover the costs of the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT). These fees will help pay for necessary insurance policies, including cybersecurity, directors and officers liability, and errors and omissions insurance. These typ...

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