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Georgia's Blue-Ribbon Committee is tackling insurance companies' accountability and the challenges of tech-driven assessments that could leave homeowners in the lurch.

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Georgia Officials Address Insurance Companies and Claims Technology Issues
Officials discuss accountability for insurers and ongoing market conduct exams in Georgia.
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August 30, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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Kentucky's Attorney General has secured a groundbreaking settlement with 23andMe, ensuring not only monetary relief for consumers but also vital protections for their sensitive genetic data.

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AG: 23andMe settlement returns funds and requires platform protections for Kentuckians
Coleman said his office secured money and non‑monetary protections in a settlement with 23andMe, emphasizing improvements to customer service, fraud monitoring and data‑scrubbing rights in addition to returned funds.
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August 4, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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Florida's House Bill 881 aims to revolutionize the insurance industry by mandating timely responses to claims and enhancing transparency for consumers.

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Florida House introduces HB 881 to enhance insurer accountability and claims processing
Bill mandates insurers to provide timely responses and clear claims handling procedures.
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February 22, 2025 at 4:52 AM
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The CFPB just returned a staggering $21 billion to consumers, but the debate over medical debt's impact on credit scores could change everything!

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CFPB returns $21 billion to consumers amid medical debt controversy
CFPB's $21 billion return highlights effectiveness as consumer regulator amidst medical debt concerns.
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June 27, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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Connecticut's House Bill 7162 could revolutionize the automotive repair industry by streamlining how consumers file complaints and demanding accountability from dealers.

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Commissioner establishes complaint protocol for auto dealers and repairers
New rules outline written procedures for filing complaints against auto dealers and repairers.
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April 8, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Connecticut's House Bill 6445 could revolutionize student protections at private career schools, ensuring financial security and accountability in education.

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Connecticut enacts regulations for private career school funding and authorization processes
Connecticut establishes new rules on private career school funding and operating certificates.
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March 1, 2025 at 8:57 PM
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A groundbreaking bill in Washington is set to enhance consumer protections for elderly residents in continuing care retirement communities, but will it strike the right balance between oversight and operational viability?

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Attorney General enforces consumer protection in retirement community complaints
AG limits deceptive trade act application to patterns of complaints against retirement communities
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February 22, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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Kentucky is taking a bold step to protect consumers with House Bill 447, aiming to ensure fair treatment in insurance claims and reshape the industry's future.

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Kentucky General Assembly amends law on unfair claims settlement practices
Assembly revises KRS 304.12-230 to enhance protections against unfair insurance settlements.
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February 17, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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Minnesota's new Senate Bill 2477 aims to shine a light on prescription drug pricing by requiring quarterly lists of high-impact medications—could this be the change consumers have been waiting for?

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Minnesota sets new requirements for prescription drugs of substantial public interest
Commissioner will post quarterly lists of influential prescription drugs starting January 2024
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March 28, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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In a groundbreaking move, Oklahoma lawmakers are debating Senate Bill 641, a game-changing legislation that could redefine consumer protections in the insurance industry.

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Senate Bill 641 amends Oklahoma's Unfair Claims Settlement Practices Act
Oklahoma Senate modifies claims settlement practices affecting insurance policies and contracts.
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March 12, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Nevada is taking a bold step to protect consumers in the solar energy sector with Senate Bill 379, addressing deception and fraud that has left many vulnerable residents in the dark.

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Senator Donate advocates for Nevada's Senate Bill 379 to safeguard solar energy consumers
Senate Bill 379 aims to enhance consumer protections against deceptive practices in Nevada's solar market.
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May 12, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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Nevada's Senate Committee just took bold steps to enhance consumer protection with unanimous support for key bills addressing identity theft, pharmacy benefits, and alarm system maintenance.

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Senate Committee Approves Bill Mandating Alarm Companies Maintain Systems in Nevada
Senate Bill 311 mandates alarm companies to promptly repair defective systems in Nevada.
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April 8, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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The California Public Utilities Commission is launching a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming utility data management and enhancing service delivery for residents.

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Forbes reveals cyber attacks strike every 39 seconds highlighting urgent need for stronger security measures
Cyber attacks strike every 39 seconds; strong passwords and two-factor authentication can enhance security.
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January 27, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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Delaware's Senate just passed a game-changing bill that protects homeowners from fraud and holds contractors accountable—could this be the solution to your home improvement nightmares?

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Senate unanimously approves home-improvement dispute-resolution bill, adds three DOJ consumer unit positions
House Bill 89 (as amended) establishes a formal dispute-resolution pathway for home improvement complaints, strengthens enforcement under the Consumer Fraud Act, and includes a fiscal note covering three FTEs in the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit; the Senate passed the bill unanimously.
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June 26, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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Delaware residents are rallying against Delmarva Power, demanding accountability for skyrocketing electricity bills and questionable billing practices that are leaving many in financial distress.

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Delaware residents demand action against Delmarva's rising electricity bills and monopoly practices
Community members express frustration over Delmarva's high rates and inadequate customer service.
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February 17, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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The Senate Health and Welfare Committee is taking bold steps to phase out PFAS in consumer products, aiming to tackle the urgent environmental and public health crisis head-on.

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Regulators push for phased ban on PFAS in consumer products to avoid environmental costs
Regulators advocate phasing out PFAS to minimize costs and environmental impact.
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April 5, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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In a heated debate, the Oregon House has rejected a pivotal bill aimed at holding insurance companies accountable, leaving consumers without crucial protections.

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Oregon House rejects bill to bring insurers under consumer‑protection law after heated debate
After hours of floor debate about consumer accountability and potential market impacts, the Oregon House failed to pass House Bill 4,098 A, which would have removed a long‑standing insurance exemption from the state's Unlawful Trade Practices Act.
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February 26, 2026 at 10:57 PM
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Oregon's heated debate over House Bill 4038 reveals deep divisions among insurers, hospitals, and consumer advocates about the future of healthcare cost controls.

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Heated hearing on cost growth target program ends with call for work group; no vote
House Bill 40 38 — which would have imposed a 10-year moratorium or, per a -1 amendment, limited OHA enforcement and penalties in the cost growth target program — drew extensive testimony from insurers, providers and consumer advocates. Lawmakers closed the hearing and signaled a likely interim work group rather than immediate repeal.
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February 26, 2026 at 12:53 PM
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Oregon lawmakers are pushing for a groundbreaking shift in utility regulation that promises to put customer interests first and enhance service quality.

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Oregon lawmakers propose performance based regulation to align utility and customer interests
Legislation aims to enhance utility accountability, reduce costs, and improve service delivery.
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March 13, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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Oregon's new House Bill 3696 aims to ban mercury-laden products and tackle deceptive trade practices, igniting a crucial debate on consumer safety and environmental health.

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Oregon House Bill 3696 targets unfair trade practices and product safety violations
House Bill 3696 seeks to address deceptive conduct and hazardous product sales in Oregon.
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February 26, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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Maryland lawmakers are pushing for a game-changing bill to redefine baby food labeling, aiming to replace "toxic heavy metal" with the clearer "toxic element" for enhanced consumer safety.

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Maryland lawmakers amend baby food labeling for toxic metal testing terminology
Legislators change baby food label terminology from toxic heavy metal to toxic element.
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February 18, 2025 at 11:57 PM
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Michigan City residents are urged to voice their concerns over utility bills as a controversial bill moves forward, risking automatic enrollment in budget billing programs.

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Council members and residents press state action on utility bills as HB 1,002 moves to Senate
Councilwoman Moldenhauer reported on HB 1,002 (Electric Utility Affordability Bill), warned the bill would auto‑enroll consumers in budget billing unless they opt out, said key accountability and transparency amendments were rejected, and urged residents to contact state officials; council members supported drafting a resolution to express concern to state leaders.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:34 AM
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Residents in Indianapolis are demanding answers after a botched AES Indiana system upgrade left them grappling with incorrect bills and broken trust.

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Consumers Rally Against AES Indiana's Failed System Upgrade Complaints Escalate
Consumers express frustration over AES Indiana's mismanagement following troubling system upgrade.
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August 23, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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The Assembly has passed a new business law, but one member is calling for transparency on hidden utility charges that could impact your wallet!

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Assembly advances general business law change despite protest over utility charge disclosures
Assembly advanced and passed Assembly No. 9438 to amend the general business law; Assemblymember Palmasano explained his negative vote, urging explicit bill-level consumer transparency showing green-energy mandates on utility bills.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:14 AM