Regulation/Legislation

Insurers face the threefold challenge of conforming to the laws and regulations specific to the states in which they operate, staying ahead of changes to those laws and regulations, and complying with federal laws and regulations that affect them.

The National Association of Professional Insurance Agents is calling on Congress to strip the Obama administration of its authority to make recommendations to Congress regarding future oversight of the insurance industry.

An insurance trade group is urging the Obama administration to promptly nominate the insurance voting member of the Financial Stability Oversight Council.

Michael F. Consedine has taken over as Pennsylvania's insurance commissioner.

NU Editors provide forecasts on developments in Washington and market conditions for 2011

The MEMIC Group's president and CEO John Leonard has been re-elected by the ACORD board of directors as the 2011 chair.