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December 8, 2006
State Fire Marshal Urges Texans to Have a Safe Holiday
State Fire Marshal Paul Maldonado offers a few simple rules that will go a long way toward protecting you and your loved ones this holiday season.

November 29, 2006
TDI Announces October Enforcement Actions

AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Insurance today announced enforcement actions taken by Commissioner Mike Geeslin that became final during October.

November 13, 2006
TDI Deputy Commissioner Receives National Award
The Texas Department of Insurance's (TDI) Licensing Division has been recognized again for its outstanding performance by the Securities and Insurance Licensing Association (SILA). The professional organization named TDI’s Deputy Commissioner of Licensing Matt Ray as its Financial Services Regulator of the Year.

November 10, 2006
TDI Consumer Protection recovers record $56 million for Texans
The Consumer Protection Division of the Texas Department of insurance returned a record $56 million to Texans last year as a result of premium refunds and additional claim payments recovered through TDI investigations of 24,000 complaints against insurers and agents.

November 8, 2006
Data Vendor Selected for Auto Insurance Verification Program
A contract has been signed with HDI Solutions, Inc. to implement a motor vehicle financial responsibility verification program for Texas.

October 31, 2006
TDI Announces September Enforcement Actions
The Texas Department of Insurance today announced enforcement actions final during September, including five license revocations, three license denials and fines and restitution totaling $514,271.

October 23, 2006
TDI Offers Assistance to Beaumont Residents Hit by Recent Flooding
Consumers affected by the recent heavy rainfall in and around the Beaumont area can contact the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) for answers to flood-related insurance questions.

October 6, 2006
Medicare Releases New List of Approved Part D Drug Plans; Enrollment Period to Begin
The annual enrollment period for Medicare Part D, the prescription drug coverage program, begins November 15, 2006, and ends December 31, 2006.

October 3, 2006
State Fire Marshal and Governor Perry Launch Fire Prevention Week
Governor Rick Perry has proclaimed October 8-14 as Fire Prevention Week.  As part of the prevention message, the State Fire Marshal’s Office is urging all Texans to “Have an Exit Strategy” whenever they enter a public building.

September 28, 2006
TDI Announces August Enforcement Actions
AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Insurance today announced enforcement actions taken by Commissioner Mike Geeslin that became final during August.

August 25, 2006
Ahrens Named Health Care Provider Ombudsman for Texas Department of Insurance
Jennifer Ahrens has been named Health Care Provider Ombudsman for the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI). Ahrens, formerly General Counsel and Advisor for the Governor’s Office of Budget, Planning, and Policy, is currently TDI’s Associate Commissioner for Life, Health & Licensing.

August 31, 2006
TDI Announces July Enforcement Actions
The Texas Department of Insurance announced enforcement actions that became final during July, including 24 license revocations, one license denial and fines and restitution totaling $3,221,950.

August 21, 2006
TDI to Provide Insurance Assistance
at El Paso Disaster Recovery Center
TDI has deployed staff to the Texas disaster recovery center (DRC) to assist El Paso residents with their insurance questions and claims, including workers' compensation claims.

August 17, 2006
Planning for College Should Include
Health Insurance Considerations
As the fall semester approaches, college students and their parents should think carefully about the students' ongoing health insurance needs. A serious illness or injury could lead to catastrophic consequences for a college student without health insurance.

August 4, 2006
TDI Offers Assistance to El Paso Residents Hit by Recent Flooding
AUSTIN – Consumers affected by the recent heavy rainfall in El Paso are urged to contact the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) for answers to flood-related insurance questions.

August 3, 2006
TDI Announces Multi-State Regulatory Settlement Regarding
Insurance Sales to Members of US Military
Texas and Georgia Insurance Commissioners Mike Geeslin and John Oxendine announced today a multi-state settlement agreement resolving allegations of improper sales practices in the sale of life insurance products to members of the United States military.

August 1, 2006
TDI Announces June Enforcement Actions
The Texas Department of Insurance announced enforcement actions taken by Commissioner Mike Geeslin in June, including eight license revocations, three license denials and fines and restitution totaling $48,850.

July 31, 2006
Unlicensed Company Selling Travel Insurance
Ordered to Cease and Desist
TDI issued a cease and desist order against Trip Assured, Inc., which has been selling travel insurance in Texas without a license.

July 27, 2006
Consumer Assistance Available for Policyholders
of Vesta Fire and Texas Select Insurance Companies
The Texas Department of Insurance is available to help policyholders affected by the cancellation of policies of the Vesta Fire Insurance Corporation and its Texas subsidiary companies, including Texas Select Lloyds.

July 18, 2006
Vesta Fire and Subsidiaries to Cancel Policies;
Action includes Texas Select Homeowners Policies
At the direction of its rehabilitator, Vesta Fire Insurance Company (Vesta Fire) and its Texas subsidiary insurance companies have begun issuing notices to agents to cease writing new and renewal insurance business, including homeowners policies for Texas Select Lloyds customers.

July 3, 2006
Vesta Insurance Group Placed Into Rehabilitation
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) filed for and obtained an Agreed Order of Rehabilitation and Permanent Injunction from the 126th Judicial Court in Travis County on Wednesday, June 28, 2006, placing Vesta Fire Insurance Corporation into rehabilitation with its Texas-domiciled affiliates

June 29,2006
TDI Announces May Enforcement Actions
AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Insurance today announced enforcement actions taken by Commissioner Mike Geeslin that became final during May

June 23, 2006
Leave Fireworks to Professionals on July 4th
AUSTIN –For many Texans, fireworks have become a way of life during the holidays – beautifully colored sparks flying through the air in concert with loud rumbling explosions. As exciting as this may seem, people often forget that they are playing with explosives – dangerous chemicals and combustibles that can destroy proper

June 20, 2006
Insurance Department Answers Consumer Questions about Flooding
TDI answers flood-related insurance questions.

May 30, 2006
TDI Announces April Enforcement Actions
Enforcement actions that became final during April include four license revocations, three license denials and fines and restitution totaling $174,600.

May 30, 2006
Insurance Department Urges Texans to Conduct Home Inventory
As hurricane season approaches, the Texas Department of Insurance is urging homeowners and renters in Texas to conduct a home inventory of their personal possessions.

May 26, 2006
Windstorm Association Rate Decision Issued
An order signed May 26 allows the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) to increase rates for residential homeowners’ wind coverage by 3.1 percent and commercial rates by 8 percent.  TWIA had asked for a 19 percent increase in residential rates and a 24 percent increase in commercial rates. 

May 22, 2006
Insurance Commissioner Orders Allstate To Reduce Rates
The Commissioner of Insurance has signed an order requiring Allstate Texas Lloyds to reduce rates for all Texas policyholders by 5 percent.

May 11, 2006
TDI Urges Coastal Residents to Review Insurance Coverages
The Texas Department of Insurance  is reminding all Gulf Coast home and business owners that it is important to periodically review your insurance policies to ensure that coverages are adequate and up-to-date.

May 9, 2006
Deadline Approaches for Medicare Prescription Drug Plan
The deadline to enroll in the new Medicare prescription drug plan (Medicare Part D) is less than a week away.

May 8, 2006
Insurance Tips for Storm Season
The Texas Department of Insurance offers tips on filing a claim after the recent severe storms. The following information can help you understand your coverage and protect your interests if you have to file a claim. 

May 4, 2006
Cover the Uninsured Week
This is National Cover the Uninsured Week, and events across the country are highlighting the problem of the uninsured and proposing strategies to help more people find health coverage. Unfortunately, Texas leads the nation in the rate of uninsured.

May 4, 2006
Insurance Tips for Storm Season
This information can help you understand your coverage and protect your interests if you have to file a claim.

May 2, 2006
Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Deadline Nears
AUSTIN – The deadline to enroll in the new Medicare prescription drug plan (Medicare Part D) is May 15, 2006. Consumers who don't sign up by May 15, 2006 may have to pay a penalty and won't be able to enroll until the next enrollment period begins in November 2006.

April 28, 2006
TDI Announces March Enforcement Actions
AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Insurance today announced enforcement actions taken by Commissioner Mike Geeslin that became final during March.

April 18, 2006
Texas Department of Insurance Issues Top Ten Fraud List
AUSTIN – Each year the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) investigates hundreds of cases of suspected fraud. Its staff of fraud investigators (who are licensed peace officers) investigate fraud alleged to have been committed by persons engaged in the insurance business as well as claim fraud commit

April 5, 2006
TDI Announces February Enforcement Actions
AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Insurance today announced enforcement actions taken by Commissioner Mike Geeslin that became final during February.

January 9, 2006
Unlicensed Health Care Provider Sentenced In Insurance Fraud Scheme
The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI), working in conjunction with the Collin County District Attorney’s Office, secured a criminal conviction against Don A. Bauer of Plano for insurance fraud.

January 11, 2006
Teen Suspect Charged with Setting Wildland Fires in East Texas
An 18-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with two arson fires in Bowie County. Randal Kight was questioned in connection with a series of wildland fires that have plagued the town of Maud, southwest of Texarkana. Another suspect, a juvenile, is also believed to have been involved.

January 30, 2006
TDI Announces December Enforcement Actions
The Texas Department of Insurance today announced enforcement actions taken by Commissioner Mike Geeslin that became final during December. The actions include two license revocations, one license denial and fines and restitution totaling $4,228,742.

January 25, 2006
In the Event of a Loss Covered by Insurance
Recent wildfires in Texas have shown that a disaster can occur in any part of the state and often with little or no warning. Planning ahead can help you protect yourself, your family, and your property in the event of a disaster.

 February 28, 2006
TDI Announces January Enforcement Actions
The Texas Department of Insurance today announced enforcement actions that became final during January. The actions include three license revocations, two license denials and fines and restitution totaling $171, 832.

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