What is the NAIC Model Act?

Issue: The NAIC model law development process helps provide uniformity while balancing the needs of insurers operating in multiple jurisdictions with the unique nature of state judicial, legislative and regulatory frameworks.

Does the NAIC enact legislation?

For the new consumer protections eliminating lifetime limits on benefits and restricting annual limits on benefits, the NAIC has developed a Model Law called “Model Language for Lifetime and Annual Limits,” that includes the necessary legislative language for states to enact the minimum federal requirements.

Who does the NAIC regulate?

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) is the regulatory body that governs all things insurance — it sets standards, establishes best practices, and conducts oversight of the insurance industry.

What is the purpose of the NAIC annuity Suitability Model regulation?

The NAIC Suitability in Annuity Transactions Model Regulation (#275) sets forth standards and procedures for recommendations to consumers that result in a transaction involving annuity products to ensure the insurance needs and financial objectives of consumers are appropriately met at the time of the transaction.

What is the NAIC Model Audit Rule compliance?

The Model Audit Rule requires that each insurer furnish the commissioner with a written communication from the external auditor as to whether any unremediated material weaknesses in its internal control over financial reporting were noted during the audit.

What is the purpose of insurance regulation?

Purpose of Insurance Regulation maintain insurer solvency; protect consumers; make insurance available to people who, because they are poor risks, might otherwise be unable to get it; regulate premium rates.

What is an NAIC code for insurance?

An NAIC number is a five-digit code used to identify insurance companies, assigned by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. NAIC numbers can be used to find the number of complaints filed against a company, financial and legal information, or if a company has a valid license to operate in your state.

What states have adopted the NAIC model law?

Most states have adopted an exclusive standard provision, however, Connecticut and South Carolina have not….NAIC Insurance Data Security Model Law (MDL-668) Update.

State Wisconsin
Effective Date 11/1/2021
Compliance Date for ISP Requirements 11/1/2022
Compliance Date for 3rd-Party Service Provider Program Requirements 11/1/2023

What is NAIC also called as?

A regulatory support organization governed by chief insurance regulators from all 50 states.

What does NAIC stand for insurance?

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) is the U.S. standard-setting and regulatory support organization created and governed by the chief insurance regulators from the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories.

What does NAIC Model regulation 275 apply to?

In 2010, the NAIC introduced their Model Regulation 275 – Suitability in Annuity Transactions. This model regulation outlined an insurance producer’s responsibilities when recommending an annuity to a client. In 2020 the NAIC updated that model to require insurance producer’s to work in their client’s best interests.