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Because the insurance industry is evolving, and rules and regulations change, we help you stay up-to-date by sending carrier, product, and other updates regularly via emails and e-newsletters, post updates in our online Newsroom, and post on social media. Check out the latest news below.

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California Governor Signs New Bill Regarding Single Payer into Law

California’s consideration of a move toward “Single Payer health care” is going to be in part under SB 770, which was signed into law by Governor Newsom in October 2023. Find out what’s scheduled to happen in coming months.

Launch of New WBCompliance Resource

As part of the Word & Brown Compliance team’s commitment to help brokers and employers stay on top of changing rules and regulations, including Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting and compliance guidelines, we’ve launched a new Compliance-focused wiki page.

Nevada Carrier Partner Updates

Here’s an overview of recent updates from our carrier partners. For details on any specific update, click on the related link.

California Carrier Partner Updates

Here’s an overview of recent updates from our carrier partners. For details on any specific update, click on the related link.

BEST Life Launches New Dental Bonus Program

If you’re writing Dental coverage during peak season, you could earn more writing BEST Life Dental.

Small Group Annual Special Open Enrollment Window: Nov. 15 – Dec. 15

The ACA permits Small Groups to enroll for coverage effective 1/1 annually, without having to meet standard employer contribution and/or employee participation requirements. The Special Open Enrollment Window is 11/15-12/15.

California Governor Signs New Bill Regarding Single Payer into Law

California’s consideration of a move toward “Single Payer health care” is going to be in part under SB 770, which was signed into law by Governor Newsom in October 2023. Find out what’s scheduled to happen in coming months.