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Insurance commissioner outlines Fortified Homes rollout, fraud-investigation expansion and continued market monitoring
Summary
The Department of Insurance briefed appropriators on FY26 funding that supports the Fortified Homes program, anti‑fraud resources and market oversight. Officials said $21.9 million has been paid from the program so far, $23 million remains available and the department increased funding for anti‑fraud work by about $1.9 million.
Department of Insurance leadership appeared before the House Appropriations Committee on March 31 to present the FY26 executive budget and to discuss property and auto insurance market trends, the Fortified Homes program and expanded anti‑fraud activity.
Why it matters: Property and auto insurance affordability and availability are major constituent concerns. The department described Fortified Homes as a priority mitigation program intended to lower risk and reduce claims severity, and it is pursuing stronger anti‑fraud capacity while overseeing market conduct and rates for property and auto insurers.
Budget overview and staffing: House Fiscal presented the department’s $56.8 million FY26 recommended budget, composed primarily of fees, assessments and statutory dedications. The department reported 232 TO positions and 14 vacancies as of Dec. 30, 2024. The Market…
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