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A major settlement with an unlicensed health insurer, cybersecurity, and energy conservation |
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 Minnesota Department of Commerce secures major settlement against unlicensed health insurance company
Commerce’s Enforcement Division has reached a settlement agreement with Strategic Limited Partners, LP, an unlicensed company that was selling unauthorized and deceptive health coverage in Minnesota. Commerce found that the company, and individuals acting on its behalf, sold unauthorized health plans to over 1,700 Minnesotans. In some cases, consumers believed they were speaking on the phone to a representative from MNsure and enrolling in coverage through the state’s official health insurance marketplace. “This is a cautionary tale,” said Commerce Assistant Commissioner of Enforcement Jacqueline Olson. “As open enrollment begins, Minnesotans should be extremely careful when selecting health coverage. If it sounds too good to be true, or if the company isn’t licensed in Minnesota, that’s a red flag.”
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 Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. We’re sharing tips on social media throughout the month of October, like this one; strong passwords and Multi-Factor Authentication are essential for staying safe online. Cybersecurity doesn’t have to be complicated. These small steps can make a big impact:
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Use long, unique passphrases
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Turn on MFA for email and banking
- Consider a password manager
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 October is Energy Awareness Month
October is Energy Awareness Month, a national effort to promote energy conservation and efficiency. You don’t have to renovate your entire home to save money on energy. Start with small actions like caulking air leaks, adjusting your thermostat, and switching to efficient lightbulbs. Our Home Energy Guide walks you through simple steps that can make a big difference.
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