On October 9, 2026, the Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire (Department) released Directive 26-EX-7 following the issuance of a State of Emergency from Governor Brian Kemp. The directive states that insurance companies across all lines of coverage are not to cancel policies for non-payment from policyholders in the counties affected by Hurricane Isaias until further advised by the Department.
Georgia Prohibits Cancellation of Policies for Non-Payment Due to Hurricane Isaias
Oct 12, 2026 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Georgia
Louisiana Rescinds Homeowners and Commercial Lines Property Policies Data Calls
Oct 8, 2026 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Louisiana
On October 6, 2026, the Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI) issued Directive 224-R (Rescinded) to rescind the homeowners' insurance policies and commercial lines property policies data calls relating to the 2024 hurricane season.
Louisiana has adopted Regulation 136 which establishes mandatory property insurance discounts for homes that meet or exceed FORTIFIED requirements.
Texas Issues Bulletin Regarding Loss Mitigation Discounts
Oct 2, 2026 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Texas
On September 16, 2026, the Texas Department of Insurance issued Commissioner's Bulletin #B-0008-26 to encourage all property and casualty insurers to develop meaningful, actuarially supported premium discounts for homeowners who invest in loss mitigation.
Oregon Issues Additional Extension of Wildfire Emergency Order
Oct 2, 2026 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Oregon
On July 31, 2026, the Director of the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services issued a Wildfire Emergency Order requiring all insurers to take certain actions regarding claims related to areas affected by the wildfire, and instituting a grace period for premium payment on all insurance policies within the affected areas. This order was extended by 30 days on August 30, 2026.
Hawaii Issues Residential Hurricane Insurance Data Call
Sep 25, 2026 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Hawaii
On September 17, 2026, the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs issued Commissioner's Memorandum 2026-9PC requiring all insurers who currently write, or have written, residential hurricane coverage in the last fifteen years to complete the data call worksheet.
Colorado Enacts Rules Regarding Wildfire Risk Models
Sep 16, 2026 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Colorado
Colorado has enacted 3 CCR 702-5, Regulation 5-1-29 regarding homeowners and property insurance filing requirements for wildfire risk models and mitigation discounts.
Missouri Enacts House Bill 2636 & Senate Bill 835
Sep 11, 2026 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Missouri
Missouri has enacted two bills involving the legal title of property damage claims paid, in whole or in part, by an insurer. The portion of the claim paid by the insurer shall vest in the insurer; the claimant retains legal title of the remaining claim. House Bill 2636 and Senate Bill 835 add additional provisions as stated below.
Louisiana has adopted Regulation 138 which, among other provisions, requires insurers authorized to issue commercial motor vehicle insurance policies to provide a discount on the liability premium for each commercial motor vehicle equipped with a dashboard camera and telematics system that meet the specified requirements. The regulation describes the qualifications for the premium discount, annual verification procedures, and insurer qualifications for exemption.
Vermont Issues Bulletin Regarding Aerial Imagery
Sep 9, 2026 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Vermont
On August 21, 2026, the Vermont Department of Financial Regulation (Department) issued Insurance Bulletin #241 regarding the use of aerial imagery by property and casualty insurers.
