Reform of property and casualty filing requirements enacted by the 78th Texas Legislature represents an important step toward reducing the cost, improving the quality, and expanding choices for consumers. In this presentation to the Texas Department of Insurance and the Office of Public Insurance Council at an open meeting, recommendations are made for continuing improvements to the state’s insurance market.
Ban Foreign Funding in Ballot Propositions
Despite federal laws prohibiting foreign funding of candidate elections, foreign individuals and entities are still able to fund campaigns related to state and local ballot initiatives in multiple jurisdictions, creating a loophole that hostile foreign actors can exploit to influence American elections. Key points: Federal law prohibits foreign nationals from contributing to candidate campaigns or...