Business of Insurance Regulatory Reform Act of 2024

2/3/2024, 12:45 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Bill 118 s 3592, also known as the Business of Insurance Regulatory Reform Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to reform the regulatory framework governing the business of insurance in the United States.

The bill aims to streamline and modernize the regulatory process for insurance companies, making it easier for them to operate across state lines. It also seeks to promote competition in the insurance industry by removing barriers to entry for new companies and encouraging innovation and efficiency.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a national insurance regulator, which would oversee the industry at the federal level. This regulator would work in conjunction with state regulators to ensure that insurance companies are complying with all relevant laws and regulations. Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve consumer protection and transparency in the insurance market. It requires insurance companies to provide clear and accurate information to policyholders, and it strengthens enforcement mechanisms to hold companies accountable for any misconduct. Overall, the Business of Insurance Regulatory Reform Act of 2024 aims to create a more efficient and competitive insurance market while also protecting consumers and ensuring that companies are operating in a responsible manner. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate will depend on the support it receives from lawmakers.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3592

Introduced on
2024-01-16

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/16/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Bill 118 s 3592, also known as the Business of Insurance Regulatory Reform Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to reform the regulatory framework governing the business of insurance in the United States.

The bill aims to streamline and modernize the regulatory process for insurance companies, making it easier for them to operate across state lines. It also seeks to promote competition in the insurance industry by removing barriers to entry for new companies and encouraging innovation and efficiency.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a national insurance regulator, which would oversee the industry at the federal level. This regulator would work in conjunction with state regulators to ensure that insurance companies are complying with all relevant laws and regulations. Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve consumer protection and transparency in the insurance market. It requires insurance companies to provide clear and accurate information to policyholders, and it strengthens enforcement mechanisms to hold companies accountable for any misconduct. Overall, the Business of Insurance Regulatory Reform Act of 2024 aims to create a more efficient and competitive insurance market while also protecting consumers and ensuring that companies are operating in a responsible manner. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate will depend on the support it receives from lawmakers.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010 to clarify the authority of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection with respect to persons regulated by a State insurance regulator, and for other purposes.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.