Senate advances eight insurance-related measures; most go to finance or are reported to the floor On March 9, 2026, a Senate session chaired by Senator Jamal Tiberi moved eight insurance-related bills. Several measures were reported to the floor; multiple bills, including a captive‑insurance measure for passenger vehicles, were referred to the Finance Committee after brief discussion.

Senator Jamal Tiberi led an impactful session on March 9, swiftly advancing eight crucial insurance bills that could reshape coverage in New York.

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Hochul budget targets auto fraud and litigation as insurance chairs press for data on rate relief Acting DFS Superintendent told lawmakers the governor's budget pairs near‑term consumer discounts (dashboard cameras, telematics) with reforms to tackle staged crashes and litigation; insurers and trial lawyers urged stronger evidence that legal changes will translate into sustained premium reductions.

New York's proposed budget could mean immediate discounts on your auto insurance, but will it really translate to lower premiums for drivers?

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Senate Insurance Committee advances nine bills, including pharmacy benefit manager oversight and vaccine reimbursement On Feb. 9, 2026, the Senate Standing Committee on Insurance advanced nine bills addressing pharmacy benefit manager transparency, diabetes screening coverage, homeowner preparedness courses, independent-adjuster licensing, and insurance reimbursement for vaccinations including SARS-CoV-2.

The Senate Insurance Committee just advanced nine crucial bills, tackling everything from prescription drug transparency to vaccination reimbursements!

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Senate hearing: DFS pins insurance strain on climate, costs and legal trends; regulator urges resilience, data Acting DFS Superintendent told senators that climate‑driven catastrophes, rising repair and reinsurance costs, and litigation trends explain much of New York homeowners' premium increases; she pledged more transparency on discounts and continued rate review while deferring to the legislature for statutory fixes.

New York's residential insurance market is under strain from climate change and rising costs, leaving homeowners bracing for higher premiums—what's being done to help?

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New York Senate Insurance Committee wraps up final meeting with key legislation Senate passes vital insurance bills, including coverage for allergies and cranial processes.

The New York Senate Insurance Committee concluded its year with a powerful meeting, passing crucial legislation that promises to reshape healthcare access for families across the state.

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Legislators balance budget discussions amid multiple committee meetings during March Madness Committee meetings overlap as legislators engage in critical budget discussions this March.

As New York legislators tackle budget pressures, crucial reforms for affordable insurance and consumer protections are on the table—will your voice be heard?

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New York Senate approves multiple insurance bills including infant formula and lung cancer coverage Senate passes key bills addressing insurance laws for infants and lung cancer screenings.

New York's Senate is taking bold steps to enhance insurance protections, from affordable infant formula coverage to crucial lung cancer screenings!

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