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October 23, 2025 at 4:02 PM

DWC sets seasonal worker gross annual payroll requirement

DWC sets seasonal worker gross annual payroll requirement Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. DWC has set the 2026 gross annual payroll requirement (GAPR) at $73,163. The GAPR is effective January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Learn more on DW…

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October 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM

DWC Digest: HB 1306 rule proposal, complaint form changes, upcoming events

DWC Digest: HB 1306 rule proposal, complaint form changes, upcoming events View as webpage DWC requests comments on House Bill (HB) 1306 rule DWC is accepting public comments on a proposed rule amending 28 Texas Administrative Code Sections 133.240, 133.250, 133.305, 133…

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October 17, 2025 at 8:24 PM

TDI adopts the General Services Commission Abolition rule

TDI adopts the General Services Commission Abolition rule View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance adopts amendments to 28 TAC §§1.301, 1.302, 1.1101, 1.1901, and 1.1904 that remove references to the General Services Commission (GSC) and its rules because the GS…

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October 16, 2025 at 6:03 PM

Free CE credit webinar: employer responsibilities in the workers' comp system

Free CE credit webinar: employer responsibilities in the workers' comp system Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Mark your calendars! Join us November 12 at 2 p.m. Central time for our next CompCourses webinar about employer responsibilities in the…

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October 15, 2025 at 7:34 PM

Determination of underserved area for FAIR Plan POA insurance

Determination of underserved area for FAIR Plan POA insurance View as webpage The commissioner of insurance has issued an order determining that an area along the north shore of Clear Lake in Harris County is an underserved area for property owners association (POA) insu…

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October 13, 2025 at 9:21 PM

TDI proposes reporting requirements implementing House Bill 2067 and other updates to the residential and private passenger auto statistical plans

TDI proposes reporting requirements implementing House Bill 2067 and other updates to the residential and private passenger auto statistical plans View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance proposes updates to the Texas Statistical Plan for Residential Risks and t…

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October 13, 2025 at 2:25 PM

How to safely charge lithium-ion battery devices

How to safely charge lithium-ion battery devices Fire Prevention Week View as webpage Devices with a lithium-ion battery—phones, laptops, e-bikes, power tools—can become a fire safety hazard. The National Fire Protection Association shares tip…

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October 13, 2025 at 2:20 PM

How to safely charge lithium-ion battery devices

How to safely charge lithium-ion battery devices Fire Prevention Week View as webpage Devices with a lithium-ion battery—phones, laptops, e-bikes, power tools—can become a fire safety hazard. The National Fire Protection Association shares tip…

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October 9, 2025 at 7:17 PM

TDI issues FAQ on FAIR Plan assessment and recoupment

TDI issues FAQ on FAIR Plan assessment and recoupment View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance has issued a bulletin on FAIR Plan assessment and recoupment. The FAIR Plan has assessed participating insurers for its 2024 deficit following the commissioner’s lette…

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October 6, 2025 at 5:11 PM

TDI issues a final order on TWIA’s maximum liability limits

TDI issues a final order on TWIA’s maximum liability limits View as webpage TDI has issued a final order on TWIA’s maximum liability limits. The approved adjustments apply to windstorm and hail insurance policies delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed on or after Jan…

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September 29, 2025 at 9:28 PM

Implementation of Senate Bill 1238

Implementation of Senate Bill 1238 View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance has issued a bulletin to remind insurers and carriers of Senate Bill 1238 (89R, 2025), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of an insured's marital status following the death of a…

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September 25, 2025 at 4:20 PM

What to do after a car wreck

What to do after a car wreck One minute of insurance View as webpage Do you know what to do after a wreck? These tips can help when filing an insurance claim. Watch this one-minute video   Share on Facebook ¿Sabe usted lo que debe hacer despué…

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September 25, 2025 at 3:06 PM

DWC's Fall 2025 Texas Comp Update Newsletter

DWC's Fall 2025 Texas Comp Update Newsletter Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. The fall 2025 issue of the Texas Comp Update newsletter is now available! This publication is designed to enhance communication and engagement across the Texas workers'…

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September 22, 2025 at 9:56 PM

TDI posts draft rules for appraisal provisions in home and auto policies

TDI posts draft rules for appraisal provisions in home and auto policies View as webpage TDI has posted an informal working draft of rules implementing Senate Bill 458 on appraisal provisions for residential property and personal auto insurance policies. TDI seeks public…

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September 19, 2025 at 1:33 PM

Insurance agent pleaded guilty after stealing premiums

Insurance agent pleaded guilty after stealing premiums News release View as a webpage / Share A Texas Department of Insurance investigation led to prison time for a former insurance agent who overcharged almost $300,000 in in…

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September 18, 2025 at 6:02 PM

DWC sets state average weekly wage

DWC sets state average weekly wage Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. DWC set the state's average weekly wage and maximum and minimum weekly benefits, effective October 1, 2025. Learn more on the DWC website. Stay Connected…

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September 17, 2025 at 3:54 PM

Public hearing on a proposed new rule concerning annual reporting of title insurance statistical data

Public hearing on a proposed new rule concerning annual reporting of title insurance statistical data View as webpage TDI will hold a public hearing on October 7, 2025, at 2 p.m. Central time, at the Barbara Jordan Building, Room 2.034, for public comments on a proposal …

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September 11, 2025 at 4:08 PM

How TDI’s fraud investigators detect insurance fraud

How TDI’s fraud investigators detect insurance fraud Investigating reports of fraud View as webpage Insurance fraud can take on many forms. Our investigators help spot and prosecute insurance fraud. Learn about some of their work to investiga…

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September 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM

Don't miss the 2025 Texas Workers' Compensation Conference!

Don't miss the 2025 Texas Workers' Compensation Conference! Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Join us September 29-30 at the Embassy Suites in San Marcos for the biggest event in Texas workers' compensation. Why attend? Explore cutting-edge topic…

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September 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM

Legislative update webinar

Legislative update webinar Registration is open View as webpage   Join us from 10 to 11 a.m. Central time on September 25 for the webinar "Legislative update." Learn about key insurance legislation from the 89th Legislative session. We’ll cove…

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September 5, 2025 at 3:58 PM

TDI issues an initial order and notice of hearing on TWIA’s maximum liability limits

TDI issues an initial order and notice of hearing on TWIA’s maximum liability limits View as webpage TDI has issued an initial order on TWIA’s maximum liability limits. The proposed adjustments would apply to windstorm and hail insurance policies delivered, issued for de…

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September 4, 2025 at 9:05 PM

Medicare supplement rule updates – request for comments on informal working draft

Medicare supplement rule updates – request for comments on informal working draft View as webpage TDI is requesting comments on the informal working draft of Medicare supplement rule updates. View the informal working draft for the full text and how to submit comments. O…

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August 28, 2025 at 7:01 PM

How to safely use a portable generator

How to safely use a portable generator One minute of insurance View as webpage A portable generator can keep appliances working during a power outage. It can also be a safety hazard if not used correctly. Watch one-minute video Share on Facebo…

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August 28, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Get sneak peek at DWC's Texas Workers' Compensation Conference

Get sneak peek at DWC's Texas Workers' Compensation Conference Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. You won't want to miss this year's Texas Workers' Compensation Conference! Join us September 29-30 at the Embassy Suites in San Marcos for: Engaging …

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August 26, 2025 at 7:17 PM

DWC Digest: SIBs rule proposal, routine rule review, upcoming events

DWC Digest: SIBs rule proposal, routine rule review, upcoming events View as webpage DWC requests comments on SIBs rule proposal DWC accepts public comments on a proposed rule amending 28 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Section 130.102, concerning eligibility for supplem…

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August 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM

Serial arsonist pleads guilty in Lavaca County

Serial arsonist pleads guilty in Lavaca County News release View as webpage Kody Derner pleaded guilty in Lavaca County on August 12, 2025, to one count of felony vehicle arson and admitted starting six hay bale fires dating to 2024.   Read ne…

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August 14, 2025 at 4:18 PM

Get help with insurance questions

Get help with insurance questions Call our Help Line View as webpage TDI can help with insurance questions. Our Consumer Protection staff answered over 141,000 calls last year and resolved over 18,000 complaints.   Watch interview Learn more …

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August 8, 2025 at 6:30 PM

TDI posts draft rule on TWIA building code

TDI posts draft rule on TWIA building code View as webpage TDI has posted an informal working draft of a rule adopting new windstorm building codes for structures insured by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association. View the draft and how to submit comments. …

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August 6, 2025 at 7:05 PM

Bulletin on insurance legislation enacted by 89th Legislature

Bulletin on insurance legislation enacted by 89th Legislature Commissioner's Bulletin View as webpage TDI has issued a bulletin summarizing select bills enacted by the 89th Legislature affecting insurance and entities TDI regulates. Read Commi…

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August 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM

Register for DWC's Texas Workers' Compensation Conference!

Register for DWC's Texas Workers' Compensation Conference! Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Sign up by August 15 to save $50 on registration for DWC's upcoming conference! Join us to hear from industry experts on a range of topics that will highl…

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August 4, 2025 at 8:31 PM

TDI proposes rule amendments that require insurers to refund unearned premiums in certain policies

TDI proposes rule amendments that require insurers to refund unearned premiums in certain policies View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance proposes amending 28 TAC §5.7015 to ensure that companies refund any unearned premiums when a personal automobile or resid…

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August 1, 2025 at 1:42 PM

TDI proposes the General Services Commission Abolition rule

TDI proposes the General Services Commission Abolition rule View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance proposes amending 28 TAC §§1.301, 1.302, 1.1101, 1.1901, and 1.1904 by removing references to the General Services Commission (GSC) and its rules because the GSC…

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July 10, 2025 at 10:54 PM

Guidance following the Hill Country flooding disaster

Guidance following the Hill Country flooding disaster View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) has issued a bulletin with guidance for the insurance industry and the public after the Hill Country flooding disaster in Texas. TDI expects insurers to work wit…

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July 9, 2025 at 10:12 PM

NCCI proposes new class code for clerical telecommuter employees

NCCI proposes new class code for clerical telecommuter employees View as webpage The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) filed Item B-1451—Revisions to NCCI’s Basic Manual Rules and Classifications Related to Clerical Telecommuter Employees.The filing propo…

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July 9, 2025 at 4:32 PM

Workers' compensation resources after Central Texas flooding

Workers' compensation resources after Central Texas flooding Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. We're here to help those affected by recent Central Texas flooding. We created a webpage with resources for employers and employees navigating the worke…

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July 7, 2025 at 5:16 PM

Insurance help for Texas flood victims

Insurance help for Texas flood victims Help Line extended hours View as webpage We're here to help Texas flood victims with insurance questions. Our Help Line is open this week Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Central time. Call 800…

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June 26, 2025 at 4:32 PM

How to spot water-damaged cars

How to spot water-damaged cars One minute of insurance View as webpage Beware of flood-damaged vehicles hitting the resale market. Look for these signs if shopping for a used car. Watch this one-minute video   Share on Facebook Tenga cuidado c…

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June 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Join DWC for the 2025 Texas Workers' Comp Conference!

Join DWC for the 2025 Texas Workers' Comp Conference! Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Register for DWC's Texas Workers' Compensation Conference! Join us September 29-30 in San Marcos for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference: Decoding C…

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June 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM

Legislation enacted 2025

Legislation enacted 2025 Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Summary of legislation enacted for 2025  The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) is providing a summary of select legislation from the 89th Legislature t…

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June 24, 2025 at 3:45 PM

Webinar on the consumer complaint process

Webinar on the consumer complaint process Registration is open View as webpage   Join us from 2 to 3 p.m. Central time on July 10 for the webinar "Consumer Complaint Process." Learn about the consumer complaint process. We’ll cover the most co…

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June 19, 2025 at 3:27 PM

Free workplace safety consultations

Free workplace safety consultations Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. DWC's Occupational Safety and Health Consultation (OSHCON) program helps Texas employers improve safety programs and reduce costs. OSHCON consultations are free and confidential…

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June 17, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Free webinar tomorrow: Top 10 OSHA violations

Free webinar tomorrow: Top 10 OSHA violations Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Safety failures are costly. Our next free CompCourses webinar covers OSHA's top 10 workplace violations. Join us June 18 at 10 a.m. Central time to learn about: The t…

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June 12, 2025 at 4:20 PM

Trained dogs help sniff out accelerants at fire scenes

Trained dogs help sniff out accelerants at fire scenes Accelerant detection canine unit View as webpage Dogs like Linus, the newest addition to SFMO’s Accelerant Detection Canine Unit, can help determine the presence of ignitable liquids at fire scenes. Watch in…

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June 6, 2025 at 6:09 PM

TDI extends deadline to provide written comment on the petitioned underserved areas for Texas FAIR Plan’s POA insurance

TDI extends deadline to provide written comment on the petitioned underserved areas for Texas FAIR Plan’s POA insurance View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) held a public hearing on June 6, 2025, regarding five petitions requesting that areas in Harris…

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June 3, 2025 at 6:01 PM

Register for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference!

Register for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference! Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Join us September 29-30 in San Marcos for the Texas Workers' Compensation Conference: Decoding Comp. This year we explore some of the more complex aspects o…

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May 28, 2025 at 9:39 PM

TDI to hold public hearing on petitions for underserved areas for Texas FAIR Plan’s POA insurance

TDI to hold public hearing on petitions for underserved areas for Texas FAIR Plan’s POA insurance View as webpage The Texas Department of Insurance will hold a public hearing, in person and virtually, to gather comments on petitions from five property owners’ association…

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May 27, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Free CE credit webinar on top 10 OSHA violations

Free CE credit webinar on top 10 OSHA violations Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Join us June 18 at 10 a.m. Central time for our next CompCourses webinar about the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s top 10 most frequently cit…

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May 27, 2025 at 1:47 PM

Insurance tips for hurricane season

Insurance tips for hurricane season News release View as a webpage / Share Hurricane season starts June 1. You’ve mapped out an evacuation route, but have you reviewed your insurance coverage to make sure your family would b…

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May 22, 2025 at 4:36 PM

Prepare now for hurricane season

Prepare now for hurricane season One minute of insurance View as webpage Hurricane season begins June 1. Now is the time to prepare your home and property.   Watch this one-minute video Share on Facebook   La temporada de huracane…

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May 21, 2025 at 3:06 PM

SFMO investigations lead to convictions

SFMO investigations lead to convictions News release View as webpage Three recent fire investigations by the Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office have led to guilty pleas.   Read news release Stay Connec…

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