Capitol to Courthouse Florida Insurance Report – Thursday, December 07, 2017
Dec 7, 2017
Citizens Insurance Customer? There’s a Change in Your Rate Change
Customers who get wind-only coverage from Citizens could fare a little better, with an approved increase just under 1 percent. The Palm Beach Post’s Charles Elmore reports for the “Protecting Your Pocket” blog.
· Florida’s State-Created Property Insurer Will Raise Rates
Florida Synagogues Challenge FEMA Over Irma Disaster Relief
Two Florida Synagogues damaged by Hurricane Irma have Filed a Lawsuit contending that houses of worship are unconstitutionally barred from receiving Disaster Assistance through a key Federal Program. THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA’s Jim Saunders reports via the Palm Beach Post.
Florida Bond Deals Could Take A Hit Costing Billions In Federal Tax Overhaul
Florida Taxpayers could lose billions of dollars in future savings under part of pending Federal Tax-Reform Legislation that would limit the ability of States and Local Governments to Refinance Bonds. THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA reports via WJCT.
Florida Parents May Have To Remove Backyard Playground After Neighbor’s Complaint
A Neighbor complained to County Officials about the playhouse saying it didn’t have the required permit and it’s a hazard in a Hurricane. Julie Salomone reports for ABC Action News.
House Advances Bill Giving Regulators Sole Discretion On Underground Power Lines
Legislation to give the Florida Public Service Commission “Exclusive Jurisdiction” for deciding whether Underground Transmission Lines are required for Power-Plant Projects. Mitch Perry reports for FloridaPolitics.com.
Gun Bills Silenced In Senate Committee
The Senate Judiciary Committee, which has been a stumbling block in recent years for Second Amendment-Related Bills, narrowly rejected Proposals this week. The Lee Herald reports.
Florida House Panel Approves $750K to Man Injured in Orange County Wreck
The award, if it receives ultimate Approval by the Florida Legislature, is far less than the $2.9 Million awarded to Robert Allan Smith in a 2012 Jury Trial in Florida’s 9th Judicial Circuit Court, and less than the $2.8 Million requested in a Bill Approved by the House last year. Scott Powers reports for FloridaPolitics.com.
Florida Attorney General Investigating Uber Over Data Breach Affecting 32K Drivers
Florida Law requires Companies to report Data Breaches to the Attorney General’s Office within 30 days. Bondi said Uber’s delay to provide timely notice is “Inexcusable.” The Associated Press reports via Insurance Journal.
Good Wins Democratic Primary For Sarasota State House Seat
She now faces Republican James Buchanan and Libertarian Alison Foxall in a February 13 General Election. Zac Anderson reports for the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.
Study Of US Metro Areas’ Safety Puts Fort Lauderdale Last
Fort Lauderdale, Florida ranked lowest in a WalletHub Study of Safety in 182 US Metro Areas, with Traffic Fatalities per Capita and Financial Security among the factors contributing to its placement on the list. The Sun-Sentinel reports via the PCI SmartBrief.
Labor Leader Exits Race To Head Democratic Party
Monica Russo, the Statewide Head of the Service Employees International Union, and her supporters had struggled for weeks to find a way for the Labor Leader to become eligible to succeed former party Chairman Stephen Bittel, who abruptly quit the post last month. THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA’s Dara Kam reports via News4Jax.com.
A Florida House Committee looking into Visit Florida’s spending on Tourism Promotion is going to Court to force a Tallahassee-Based Television Producer to divulge Financial Details of nearly $12 Million in Taxpayer-Funded Payments to underwrite a Food Network Show featuring famed Gourmet Chef Emeril Lagasse. Arek Sarkissian reports for Politico.
L.A.’s Getty Center Built to Protect its Treasures From Flames
Officials say Fire Protection was designed into the Facility by Architect Richard Meier, including the thickness of the walls and doors to compartmentalize any flames. John Antczak reports for the Associated Press.
Tennessee’s McPeak to Succeed Wisconsin’s Nickel as NAIC President in 2018
McPeak was appointed by Governor Bill Haslam to Lead the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance in 2011. Insurance Journal reports.
NAIC Honors 3 for Leadership in State Insurance Regulation
This year’s Dineen Award Recipients are Charles Angell, Deputy Commissioner and Casualty Actuary of the Alabama Department of Insurance, and Paula Pallozzi, Associate Director of the Rhode Island Insurance Division. Insurance Journal reports.
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