State Regulation
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The South fights off Medicaid expansion money
By Bill BarrowGovernors in some of the poorest, unhealthiest states are refusing increased federal health funding.
March 27, 2013
High court hears same-sex marriage argumentsThe case involves estate planning; an LTCI benefits case is in the pipeline.
March 26, 2013
Massachusetts Floats Criminal Background Checks for AdvisorsThe Massachusetts Securities Division is seeking comment on whether to require criminal background checks for advisors registering in the state.
March 26, 2013
Florida panels OK LTCI marketing billsAn insurer could use materials right after filing them, instead of waiting for regulator approval.
March 19, 2013
Top 20 Countries for Foreign InvestmentThe United States doesnt make the top 20 when rolling out the red carpet for foreign investors.
March 19, 2013
Lost in translationUnknown to many insurers, expatriate benefits for employees on temporary assignment abroad may be subject to local law.
March 14, 2013
Captives, SPV subgroup draft recommends fixes to systemThe FIO will have a parallel track study under its advisory committee. Will the recommendations be any different?
March 12, 2013
NARAB II introduced in House and SenateThe legislation to streamline the insurance agent licensing process has support in the House and Senate.