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New Regulations Make It Easier to Find, Compare, and Report Healthcare Pricing and Coverage Information
New regulations have been introduced to make it easier for Americans to find and compare healthcare prices and coverage details. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has strengthened rules that require health plans to provide clearer information about costs and coverage before pati...
Commissioner Lara unveils intervenor reform regulations to increase transparency and protect consumers’ money
California's Insurance Commissioner, Ricardo Lara, has announced new regulations to improve the process for reviewing insurance rates. These changes aim to make the process more transparent and efficient, ensuring that consumers' money is protected. The updated rules will allow for better public par...
Hearing on New Rules and Regulations Scheduled for December 3, 2025November 06, 2025
New rules and regulations are being proposed by the Georgia Commissioner of Insurance that will affect the Automobile Insurance Plan. These changes include clarifying the authority of the Commissioner, defining key terms, outlining the composition of the plan, and setting requirements for insurers r...
Hearing on New Rules and Regulations Scheduled for September 10, 2025August 14, 2025
The Georgia Commissioner of Insurance is proposing changes to several rules that affect insurance agencies and health plans. Key changes include removing branch office requirements for agencies, establishing certification for Georgia Access Specialists, and clarifying definitions related to health p...
CMS Proposes Regulations to Lower Health Care Costs, Expand Consumer Choice, and Protect Taxpayers
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed new rules aimed at lowering health care costs and improving choices for consumers. These changes will affect health insurance agents and brokers by increasing accountability and reducing fraud in the industry. The goal is to make health...
CMS Proposes Regulations to Lower Health Care Costs, Expand Consumer Choice, and Protect Taxpayers
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed new rules aimed at lowering health care costs and improving choices for consumers. These changes will affect health insurance agents and brokers by tightening regulations to prevent fraud and ensure that taxpayer-funded subsidies are us...
Cuba Sanctions Regulations
The U.S. Treasury Department is introducing new rules regarding Cuba, following an executive order from May 1, 2026. These rules will provide more details and may include additional explanations, licenses, and other regulations. Insurance agents should stay informed about these changes as they may a...
Publication of Venezuela Sanctions Regulations Web General Licenses 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, and 58
The U.S. Treasury Department has released seven new general licenses related to sanctions on Venezuela. These licenses, numbered 52 through 58, provide guidelines on what activities are allowed under the sanctions. Insurance agents should review these licenses to understand how they may impact their...
Publication of Venezuela Sanctions Regulations Web General Licenses 46D, 47B, 48C, 50C, 51C, 52B, 54B, and 61A
The U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has released eight new general licenses related to sanctions against Venezuela. These licenses, numbered 46D, 47B, 48C, 50C, 51C, 52B, 54B, and 61A, outline specific activities that are allowed under the sanctions. Insurance agents should r...
Publication of Venezuela Sanctions Regulations Web General Licenses 46C, 47A, 48B, 50B, 51B, 52A, and 54A
The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has released seven new general licenses related to sanctions against Venezuela. These licenses, numbered 46C, 47A, 48B, 50B, 51B, 52A, and 54A, outline specific activities that are permitted under the sanctions. Insurance agents ...
Publication of Venezuela Sanctions Regulations Web General Licenses 50A and 51A
The U.S. Treasury Department has released two new general licenses related to sanctions on Venezuela, known as GL 50A and GL 51A. These licenses provide specific permissions for certain activities that were previously restricted under the Venezuela Sanctions Regulations. Insurance agents should revi...
Publication of Venezuela Sanctions Regulations Web General Licenses 30B and 51.
The U.S. Treasury Department has released two new general licenses related to sanctions on Venezuela, known as GL 30B and GL 51. These licenses provide specific permissions for certain activities that were previously restricted under the sanctions. Insurance agents should review these licenses to un...
Violations of Laws or Regulations
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is changing how it handles issues related to violations of laws or regulations. This update will affect financial institutions that receive notices about these violations, known as matters requiring attention (MRAs). The OCC will now have a clearer...
Sweet Cherries Grown in Designated Counties in Washington; Modification of Handling Regulations
The Washington Cherry Marketing Committee has updated the rules for handling sweet cherries grown in certain counties in Washington. The new rules raise the minimum size requirements for most sweet cherry types, but not for the Rainier and Royal Anne varieties, which are lighter in color. Additional...
Education Department General Administrative Regulations
The Secretary of Education is planning to change some rules that govern how federal education funds are managed. These updates aim to make the rules clearer and more consistent with other education regulations. The changes will also incorporate new guidelines from the Office of Management and Budget...
GENIUS Act Regulations on Payment Stablecoin Issuance, Offer, and Sale
The Department of the Treasury is introducing new rules about payment stablecoins, which are a type of digital currency. These rules will affect how stablecoins can be issued, offered, and sold in the United States. Insurance agents should stay informed about these changes as they may impact financi...
Agenda of Regulations
The Department of Labor has moved its regulatory agenda online, making it easier to access. However, they are also required by law to publish a summary of this agenda in the Federal Register. This notice serves as that official publication. Agents should stay informed by checking the Federal Registe...
Community Reinvestment Act Regulations
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) are changing their rules for the Community Reinvestment Act. These changes aim to help banks better serve their communities by making it easier for them to provide loans and grants where they are...