IIAM plans Nov. 10 Professional Development program

The Independent Insurance Agents of Maryland is planning a Professional Development program for Nov. 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at its headquarters in Glen Burnie, Md.

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House Democrats want young adults to get parents’ health coverage

Young adults will be able to be covered under their parents' health insurance until age 26, according to health care reform provisions proposed Tuesday (Oct. 13) by House Democrats, including Maryland Rep. Chris Van Hollen.  Read Story

Gross taking in a global view from office in Richmond

While keeping a keen eye on the insurance industry in his home state, Virginia Insurance Commissioner Al Gross also has his sights honed on the global marketplace as well.  Read Story

AIG to sell Taiwan unit to Primus for $2.15 billion

American International Group has announced the sale of its Taiwanese life insurance unit for $2.15 billion as part of its effort to repay billions of U.S. taxpayer dollars given to bailout its operations.  Read Story

IIAM holding second legislative summit November 4

Maryland legislators will review current issues in Annapolis as part of the Independent Insurance Agents of Maryland’s second annual Legislative Summit, scheduled for Nov. 4.  Read Story

Insurance company leaders split on what, if regulatory reform is right

Insurance industry executives worry about the effect of regulation on their performance over the next few years, but disagree on how financial service regulatory reform should unfold, according to a recent survey.  Read Story

Company expands Medicare Part D offerings to 20 states

Fox Insurance Co., a stand-alone Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Provider (PDP), is expanding its market presence, providing plans to 20 states by January 2010.  Read Story

Senate committee approves health reform bill with no public option

The U.S. Senate Finance Committee approved its plan for health care reform, the last of five proposals before Congress.  Read Story

Horizon, Capital Health resolve reimbursements dispute

After two months of mediation, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield and Capital Health Care have resolved a dispute over a contract for reimbursements.  Read Story

Homeowners’ policy value, discounts growing, policyholders say

Homeowners, believing they are getting a better value and more discounts on coverage for their properties, reported the greatest level of satisfaction with their homeowners’ insurance company in the last five years, according to a new study.  Read Story