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August 31, 2023 at 9:26 PM

Bulletin on insurance legislation enacted by the 88th Legislature

Bulletin on insurance legislation enacted by the 88th Legislature View as webpage Bulletin on insurance legislation enacted by the 88th Legislature The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) has issued a bulletin summarizing select bills enacted by the 88th Legislature that…

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August 29, 2023 at 10:03 PM

TDI issues emergency cease and desist order

TDI issues emergency cease and desist order View as webpage TDI issues emergency cease and desist order The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) issued an emergency cease and desist order (PDF) against Peachtree Casualty Insurance Company. The company is also known as Go …

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August 21, 2023 at 8:00 PM

TDI seeks comments on changes to TWIA appraisal process

TDI seeks comments on changes to TWIA appraisal process View as webpage TDI seeks comments on changes to TWIA appraisal process The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) seeks comments on possible changes to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) appraisal proce…

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August 21, 2023 at 6:21 PM

Get free or low-cost OSHA 10-hour courses in English and Spanish

Get free or low-cost OSHA 10-hour courses in English and Spanish Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Reduce accidents and injuries. Get them trained. An OSHA 10-hour course card proves that your employees know how to work safely. The Texas Divis…

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August 17, 2023 at 9:05 PM

DWC Digest: Requesting comments on TAC rules and forms, MQR process approved

DWC Digest: Requesting comments on TAC rules and forms, MQR process approved View as webpage DWC Accepting Public Comments on Texas Administrative Code Rule Review DWC will review all sections in the following chapters in Title 28, Texas Administrative Code: Chapter 10…

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August 15, 2023 at 7:28 PM

DWC Seeks Stakeholder Input on Dispute Resolution Modernization Efforts

DWC Seeks Stakeholder Input on Dispute Resolution Modernization Efforts Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. DWC Seeks Stakeholder Input on Dispute Resolution Modernization Efforts DWC provides dispute resolution services relating to indemnity and m…

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August 15, 2023 at 3:03 PM

A home inventory can help protect your property

A home inventory can help protect your property How to document your belongings View as webpage Having a detailed home inventory is important if you ever need to make an insurance claim.  Watch a one-minute video for home inventory tips. Learn more A home invento…

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August 14, 2023 at 1:47 PM

State Fire Marshal appointed

State Fire Marshal appointed New leadership at SFMO View as webpage State Fire Marshal appointed The Texas Department of Insurance announces new leadership for the State Fire Marshal?s Office. Debra Knight will serve as the new State Fire Marshal for Texas. Read …

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August 8, 2023 at 1:57 PM

What's disability insurance and how does it work?

What's disability insurance and how does it work? Your premium and benefits will depend on which insurance you buy View as webpage Worried about paying your bills if you can?t work because you?re hurt or sick? You can buy disability insurance to provide your fami…

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August 3, 2023 at 7:02 PM

Webinar on resolving disputes in the workers' compensation system

Webinar on resolving disputes in the workers' compensation system View as webpage Join us at 2 p.m. Central time on August 17?for our one-hour webinar, Resolving disputes in the workers' compensation system. Get an overview of the Division of Workers? Compensation (DWC)…

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August 3, 2023 at 3:49 PM

Windstorm insurance in Texas

Windstorm insurance in Texas TWIA ombudsman Eric Casas shares tips View as webpage Do you know if your home insurance covers wind and hail damage? It could depend on where you live. Watch the video Coastal Texans can turn to TWIA for hail, windstorm coverage (Es…

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July 31, 2023 at 7:46 PM

NCCI proposes changes to rules related to service charges and automatic gratuities

NCCI proposes changes to rules related to service charges and automatic gratuities View as webpage NCCI proposes changes to rules related to service charges and automatic gratuities The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) filed Item B-1449?Revisions to Basi…

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July 27, 2023 at 6:28 PM

DWC hosts successful workers’ compensation conference

DWC hosts successful workers? compensation conference Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. DWC hosts successful workers? compensation conference Over 700 industry leaders and stakeholders gathered July 10-12 in Austin for the annual Texas Workers? C…

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July 20, 2023 at 4:57 PM

DWC Readopts Sections of the Texas Administrative Code

DWC Readopts Sections of the Texas Administrative Code Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. DWC Readopts Sections of the Texas Administrative Code DWC is readopting all sections in the following chapters of the Texas Administrative Code: Chapter 41 …

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July 19, 2023 at 6:26 PM

DWC Summary of Recent Workers’ Compensation Legislation

DWC Summary of Recent Workers? Compensation Legislation Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Summary of Recent Workers? Compensation Legislation DWC summarizes selected legislation from the 88th Legislature that affect workers? compensation and the i…

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July 19, 2023 at 4:55 PM

TDI issues bulletin concerning data security

TDI issues bulletin concerning data security View as webpage TDI issues bulletin concerning data security The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) has issued a bulletin updating contact information for voluntary breach notices to TDI. Stay Connect…

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July 10, 2023 at 8:08 PM

How to get help with an insurance complaint

How to get help with an insurance complaint Deputy Commissioner Randall Evans shares tips View as webpage We're here to help you understand the Texas Department of Insurance's complaint process. Watch the video Have an insurance complaint? Tips to understand the…

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July 10, 2023 at 5:15 PM

TDI requests additional comments on NCCI Item B-1448

TDI requests additional comments on NCCI Item B-1448 View as webpage TDI requests additional comments on NCCI Item B-1448 The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) filed Item B-1448?Revisions to Basic Manual Rules Related to Payroll Inclusions and Payroll Exc…

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July 7, 2023 at 8:21 PM

TDI proposes amendments to the Filings Made Easy (FME) Rules

TDI proposes amendments to the Filings Made Easy (FME) Rules View as webpage TDI proposes amendments to the Filings Made Easy (FME) Rules The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) proposes amending the FME Rules. Some of the proposed amendments include statutory changes m…

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July 6, 2023 at 6:25 PM

Register for Upcoming Safety Pro Seminars

Register for Upcoming Safety Pro Seminars Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. DWC Offers Safety Pro Training on Inspections DWC Workplace Safety is offering free training designed for new safety professionals or coordinators. These online seminars t…

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July 5, 2023 at 4:25 PM

Research Group Releases Return to Work Report

Research Group Releases Return to Work Report Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Research Group Releases Return to Work Report The Research and Evaluation Group has released a report on return-to-work outcomes in the Texas workers' compensation sys…

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June 29, 2023 at 4:53 PM

Register Now for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference

Register Now for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. There's still time to register! It's not too late to register! Join us in Austin to hear from industry experts like Amy Lee, Mark Pew, and DWC Commission…

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June 21, 2023 at 8:43 PM

Texas Division of Workers' Compensation Digest

Texas Division of Workers' Compensation Digest View as webpage DWC Adopts Changes to Texas Administrative Code Section 55.15 DWC is adopting amendments to Texas Administrative Code Section 55.15 relating to requirements for the contents of compromise settlement agreement…

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June 16, 2023 at 8:54 PM

TDI adopts changes to licensing rules

TDI adopts changes to licensing rules View as webpage TDI adopts changes to licensing rules The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) amends and repeals rules in the Texas Administrative Code's Licensing and Regulation of Insurance Professionals chapter. Amendments and rep…

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June 16, 2023 at 7:23 PM

Texas Division of Workers' Compensation Digest

Texas Division of Workers' Compensation Digest View as webpage DWC Requests Comments on Proposed Teledentistry Rule DWC is accepting public comments on proposed amendments to define "teledentistry dental service" in the Texas Administrative Code. More at the TDI website.…

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June 9, 2023 at 5:47 PM

Three Texas Companies Earn Lone Star Safety Awards

Three Texas Companies Earn Lone Star Safety Awards Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Three Texas Companies Earn Lone Star Safety Awards DWC recognizes Ocean Spray Cranberries in Sulphur Springs, Alamo Steel in Waco, and Harmon Inc. in Mesquite wit…

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June 6, 2023 at 7:57 PM

TDI makes a correction to Commissioner's Order No. 2023-7932 for NCCI Item E-1410

TDI makes a correction to Commissioner's Order No. 2023-7932 for NCCI Item E-1410 View as webpage TDI makes a correction to Commissioner's Order No. 2023-7932 for NCCI Item E-1410 The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) corrects language related to the effective date of …

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June 6, 2023 at 6:17 PM

Get free or low-cost OSHA 10-hour courses

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June 5, 2023 at 8:31 PM

Texas Division of Workers' Compensation Digest: New wrap-up of agency-wide news

Texas Division of Workers' Compensation Digest: New wrap-up of agency-wide news View as webpage To help decrease inbox clutter, we are launching the DWC Digest e-newsletter that combines various news items into one email. We are still delivering the same news and updates…

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June 5, 2023 at 7:22 PM

TDI adopts updates to contact information in TAC

TDI adopts updates to contact information in TAC View as webpage TDI adopts updates to contact information in TAC The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) adopts amendments to certain TDI contact information found in Title 28, Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 1. A…

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June 2, 2023 at 9:22 PM

TDI requests input on new filing exemptions informal working draft

TDI requests input on new filing exemptions informal working draft View as webpage TDI requests input on new filing exemptions informal working draft The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) requests input on development of a new rule, to be added in Texas Administrative …

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June 2, 2023 at 7:09 PM

TDI adopts updates to inland marine rules

TDI adopts updates to inland marine rules View as webpage TDI adopts updates to inland marine rules The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) adopts amendments to the inland marine insurance rules. The changes: Conform the rules to Senate Bill 1367, passed in 2021, and Ho…

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June 2, 2023 at 6:20 PM

DWC Releases Final COVID-19 Results Factsheet

DWC Releases Final COVID-19 Results Factsheet Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. DWC Releases Final COVID-19 Results Factsheet To understand the impact of COVID-19 on the Texas workers? compensation system, on June 2, 2020, DWC issued a mandatory d…

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June 1, 2023 at 3:39 PM

How to safely use a portable generator

How to safely use a portable generator SFMO's Chief Engineer Kelley Stalder shares tips View as webpage Portable generators can be a safety hazard if not used correctly. Watch the interview How to safely use a portable generator (Español) …

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May 30, 2023 at 3:17 PM

Early Bird Discount for Texas Workers' Comp Conference Ends Tomorrow

Early Bird Discount for Texas Workers' Comp Conference Ends Tomorrow Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Early Bird Pricing for Conference Registration Ends Tomorrow Join us July 10-12 in Austin. The ?Basics & Beyond? conference has something fo…

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May 16, 2023 at 3:22 PM

2023 Texas Workers’ Compensation Conference Employer Topics

2023 Texas Workers? Compensation Conference Employer Topics Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Register for the 2023 Texas Workers' Comp Conference Join us July 10-12 for the 2023 Texas Workers' Compensation Conference in Austin. Listen to pres…

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May 9, 2023 at 2:51 PM

TDI adopts changes to the NCCI Basic Manual and Forms Manual for workers' compensation

TDI adopts changes to the NCCI Basic Manual and Forms Manual for workers' compensation View as webpage TDI adopts changes to the NCCI Basic Manual and Forms Manual for workers' compensation The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) adopted NCCI Item 01-TX-2023?Revisions to…

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May 8, 2023 at 3:25 PM

Protect against other drivers with uninsured motorist coverage

Protect against other drivers with uninsured motorist coverage It could pay for you to consider uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage View as webpage Texas law requires drivers to have liability coverage on their vehicles. But some drivers fail to get coverage…

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May 5, 2023 at 7:05 PM

TDI proposes amendments to the rule on licensing persons with criminal history

TDI proposes amendments to the rule on licensing persons with criminal history View as webpage TDI proposes amendments to the rule on licensing persons with criminal history The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) proposes amendments to 28 TAC §1.502, concerning licensin…

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May 4, 2023 at 10:41 PM

TDI adopts NCCI manual revisions establishing an expiration date for COVID-19 rules related to paid furloughed employees

TDI adopts NCCI manual revisions establishing an expiration date for COVID-19 rules related to paid furloughed employees View as webpage TDI adopts NCCI manual revisions establishing an expiration date for COVID-19 rules related to paid furloughed employees The Texas Dep…

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May 4, 2023 at 4:45 PM

TDI adopts NCCI manual revisions related to COVID-19 claims for workers' compensation

TDI adopts NCCI manual revisions related to COVID-19 claims for workers' compensation View as webpage TDI adopts NCCI manual revisions related to COVID-19 claims for workers' compensation The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) adopted NCCI Item E-1410?Revisions to NCCI …

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May 3, 2023 at 8:47 PM

NCCI proposes revised rules related to payroll inclusions and exclusions

NCCI proposes revised rules related to payroll inclusions and exclusions View as webpage NCCI proposes revised rules related to payroll inclusions and exclusions The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) filed Item B-1448?Revisions to Basic Manual Rules Relat…

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May 2, 2023 at 4:24 PM

How to prepare for hurricane season

How to prepare for hurricane season Texas Division of Emergency Management shares tips View as webpage It?s never too early to prepare for hurricane season, which begins June 1. We spoke with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) about how you can pre…

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April 26, 2023 at 3:01 PM

Dog burned in fire now helps state investigate fires

Dog burned in fire now helps state investigate fires View as webpage Harley the K-9 was destined to be an arson investigator with the State Fire Marshal?s Office. At just 3 weeks old, a heat lamp burst in her kennel and started a fire. Learn how Harley became an arson in…

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April 21, 2023 at 3:58 PM

TDI adopts changes to the Experience Rating Plan for workers' compensation

TDI adopts changes to the Experience Rating Plan for workers' compensation View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) adopts NCCI Item E-1409?Enhancement to NCCI's Experience Rating Plan Methodology. The filing revises components used in the methodology in N…

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April 20, 2023 at 8:03 PM

Register Now for Early Bird Discount for Texas Workers' Comp Conference

Register Now for Early Bird Discount for Texas Workers' Comp Conference Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Early Bird Pricing for Conference Registration Ends May 31 Join us July 10-12 in Austin. The ?Basics & Beyond? conference has something f…

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April 19, 2023 at 8:40 PM

Retirement ahead? Think about your insurance.

Retirement ahead? Think about your insurance. Make sure you have the insurance coverage you need for retirement View as webpage If retiring is in your near future, congratulations! Before the cake is cut, ask some questions about your insurance to make sure you h…

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April 14, 2023 at 4:46 PM

TDI proposes amendments to the Consumer Bill of Rights for Personal Automobile Insurance

TDI proposes amendments to the Consumer Bill of Rights for Personal Automobile Insurance View as webpage TDI proposes amendments to the Consumer Bill of Rights for Personal Automobile Insurance The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) proposes to amend the Consumer Bill o…

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April 11, 2023 at 2:23 PM

Keep batteries out of trash and recycling bins

Keep batteries out of trash and recycling bins Improper disposal can be a possible fire hazard View as webpage Batteries are a part of our daily lives; they power cars, phones, household devices, and much more! But improper disposal of batteries can be a possible…

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April 6, 2023 at 7:12 PM

Research Group Releases Report on Employer Participation in the Texas Workers' Comp System

Research Group Releases Report on Employer Participation in the Texas Workers' Comp System Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Research Group Releases Report on Employer Participation in the Texas Workers' Comp System The Research and Evaluation Gro…

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