On April 16, 2025, the West Virginia Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) issued West Virginia Insurance Bulletin No. 25-02 regarding the use of aerial imagery by homeowners insurers.
West Virginia Issues Bulletin Regarding Use of Aerial Imagery
Apr 18, 2025 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, West Virginia
Iowa Issues Proclamation of Disaster Emergency for Harrison County
Apr 17, 2025 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Iowa
On March 27, 2025, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds issued a Proclamation of Disaster Emergency for Harrison County in response to severe storms and weather that occurred on March 19, 2025.
New Hampshire Issues Bulletin Regarding Virtual Vehicle Claims Adjustments
Apr 15, 2025 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, New Hampshire
On April 14, 2025, the New Hampshire Insurance Department issued Bulletin INS 25-031-AB regarding the use of virtual claims adjustment systems that require pictures or videos of damaged vehicles from consumers or repair shops rather than in-person inspections by insurers.
Arkansas Issues Moratorium Following Severe Storms and Tornadoes
Mar 28, 2025 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Arkansas
On March 21, 2025, the Arkansas Insurance Department (AID) released Bulletin No. 06-2025 to issue a moratorium following severe storms and tornadoes in the state.
Maine Issues Bulletin Regarding Aerial Imagery
Mar 27, 2025 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Maine
On March 19, 2025, the Maine Bureau of Insurance issued Bulletin 483 regarding the use of aerial imagery by homeowners insurers.
Louisiana Issues Directive 226 Regarding Emergency Assessment Changes
Mar 26, 2025 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Louisiana
On March 21, 2025, the Louisiana Department of Insurance issued Directive 226 regarding Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corporation (LCPIC) emergency assessments.
Arkansas has enacted Senate Bill 48, which, among other provisions, is adding clarification regarding deductible disclosure. The bill states that for owner-occupied residential property insurance policies, all deductibles included under the policy must be disclosed, as applicable, in a clear and conspicuous manner on the policy declaration page or notice of renewal. For owner-occupied residential property insurance policies that contain separate deductible levels by peril, the deductible amounts along with the policy's all other peril deductible, if applicable, must be displayed on the policy declaration page or notice of renewal.
Maryland Adopts COMAR 11.18.04.01 Through .04
Mar 18, 2025 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Maryland
Maryland has adopted COMAR 11.18.04.01 through .04. Among other provisions, the rules require insurers to participate in the Motor Vehicle Administration's Online Insurance Verification (OLV) program, which helps verify insurance policies in real time. Additionally, on at least a weekly basis, insurance companies are required to submit a report of all active policies in an electronic format determined by the Administration.
Wyoming has enacted Senate File 52 which, among other provisions, amends the definition of "insurance transaction" and requires insurers to notify the department of any contact information updates within 30 days of the change. This becomes effective July 1, 2025.
Michigan Issues Bulletin Regarding PIP Choice and Bodily Injury Coverage Limits Forms
Mar 13, 2025 / by AAIS posted in Compliance, Michigan
On February 24, 2025, the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) issued Bulletin 2025-07-INS, which supersedes Bulletin 2023-11-INS, to issue a revised version of the Michigan Selection of Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Medical Coverage Form and reissue the Choice of Bodily Injury Liability Form.