The measure, Senate Bill 2178, advanced despite concerns raised by some lawmakers regarding fairness and potential impacts on businesses.
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When Climate Risks Hit Home: Effects on Housing, Insurance, and Costs
Housing markets show some signs of incorporating climate risk, although measuring these effects remains complex.
Homeowners Insurance Claims Satisfaction Rises in 2026 Amid Faster Repairs and Digital Gains
The latest J.D. Power 2026 U.S. Property Claims Satisfaction Study shows that insurers have strengthened the claims experience by reducing repair timelines, speeding payments, and expanding digital capabilities.
Swiss Re Announces $2 Billion Longevity Reinsurance Transaction Covering US Retirees
The agreement marks the company’s first longevity reinsurance transaction covering US retirees and expands its presence in the global longevity risk transfer market.
AI Editing Tools Drive Rise in Insurance Fraud, Verisk Study Finds
The research points to changing consumer behavior, growing ethical concerns, and challenges for insurers as manipulated digital content becomes more common and more sophisticated.
Steadily Launches Landlord Insurance App on ChatGPT
The company says it is the first U.S. insurance provider focused exclusively on landlord insurance to offer quotes through a ChatGPT app.
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Selects ZestyAI Platform for Its Commercial Portfolio
The AI-powered platform provides property intelligence designed to improve exposure visibility and support portfolio resilience.
U.S. Retail Annuity Sales Reach Record $461.3 Billion in 2025
According to preliminary results from LIMRA’s U.S. Individual Annuity Sales Survey, total annuity sales increased 6% to $461.3 billion for the year. The survey represents 92% of the total U.S. annuity market.
California Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Establish Smoke Damage Standards for Insurance Claims
The proposed legislation aims to establish a statewide framework for handling wildfire smoke damage insurance claims, which officials describe as the first effort of its kind in the United States.
Hawaii Officials Encourage Prompt Insurance Claims After Severe Weather
Officials advise that homeowners, renters, and vehicle owners contact their insurance company or agent immediately after discovering damage.
