Boston Public Health Commission Commissioner Dr. Basolo Ojikutu and city officials urged residents to use the mayor's health line and described outreach events after warning that new federal Medicaid work rules could jeopardize coverage for nearly 40,000 Boston residents.

SHAH ALAM, Oct 24 (Bernama) — The country’s insurance and takaful industry continues to increase efforts to promote financial inclusion through the launch of MyCoverageOKU, a digital platform that provides easier access to information for persons with disabilities (PwD). Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour said MyCoverageOKU is a microsite developed through a collaboration between BNM, the Financial Education Network (FEN) and industry players to help PwD access information about insurance and takaful products more easily. “MyCoverageOKU brings together information on protection options relevant to PwD. The microsite serves as a central reference point for them, […]

The commission adopted Ordinance G-1407 to update local floodplain regulations and maintain enrollment in the NFIP, citing updated FEMA maps (effective Nov. 2024) and benefits including insurance eligibility and federal disaster assistance access.

Connecticut establishes outreach program for long-term care and insurance options by 2025.

Uninsured motor vehicle owners face fines and imprisonment under Mississippi's new legislation.

Firefighter warns that wildfire risk scores may worsen insurance access in high-risk areas.

What they’re calling “Hyde protections” isn’t about protecting taxpayers. It’s about redefining what counts as care.

MO HealthNet establishes payment guidelines and coverage exceptions for hospital services.

A Minnesota conference committee rejected amendment A21 but approved measures to expedite a Department of Commerce 62J review of home‑care and nursing services (A27), to raise the consumer restitution cap (A11), to add insurance options for nursing‑home coverage (H4,1,22), and to reimburse clinical trainees at full rates (Article 3, §11).

Aflac's guaranteed issue life insurance aims to support county residents with limited options.

Bill mandates insurers provide policy copies within specified time frames to homeowners.

Chief Ballantine reports increased insurance interest following successful fire prevention camera pilot.

The committee agreed to forward advisory resolutions from the Wayne County Women's Commission supporting House Bills 4814 and 4815 to improve insurance access for perimenopause/menopause care and Senate Bills 611 and 612 to require personal protection orders be served immediately and without cost.

Collin County faces emergency service crisis as Farmersville considers withdrawing fire protection agreement.

AB 437 aims to establish a fair access insurance plan to support homeowners denied coverage.

Presenters described MassHealth as the state Medicaid program with year‑round enrollment and eligibility based on income, age, disability and immigration status, while the Health Connector is the state insurance marketplace with limited enrollment periods and income‑based financial help; a single application determines eligibility for both.

Chaisson submits legislation to tackle motor vehicle underinsurance issues in Massachusetts.

Commissioners heard extended comment from ditch and irrigation representatives about higher insurance costs and reduced access to certain state/federal grant and loan programs after elimination of pooled 'special‑district' insurance; senators' staff were asked to follow up on suitable funding routes.

House Bill 565 requires Montana insurers to cover infertility treatment costs up to $40,000.

Commissioner gains authority to enhance healthcare plan cost-effectiveness and coverage options.

The Portola Valley wildfire-preparedness committee voted unanimously to take next steps to engage 1 Shoreline and Insurance for Good on a neighborhood pilot intended to align mitigation with insurer risk models and improve access and affordability of private homeowners insurance.

Rebuild Paradise Foundation described efforts to help residents regain access to homeowner insurance. Council approved creating an ad hoc insurance committee and invited foundation participation; foundation declined the town MOU currently under discussion.

Legislators discuss underinsurance issues for wildfire victims impacting recovery and property taxes.

House Substitute 1 for House Bill 200, as amended by the Senate, requires private plans, the state employee plan and Medicaid to cover PrEP and PEP and related support services without certain barriers; the amended substitute passed unanimously in the Senate.