LEG REG REVIEW 2014, 25th Issue October 6, 2014

LEG REG REVIEW is a periodic newsletter produced by PHILLIPS ASSOCIATES, a professional lobbying and consultant firm located near the State Capitol.  It contains news on the legislative and regulatory scene in Pennsylvania that may be of interest to the Insurance and Business Communities.  It is a free member benefit for those who are members of the Pennsylvania Association of Health Underwriters (PAHU).  Subscription information may be obtained by contacting PHILLIPS ASSOCIATES at 717/728-1217 FAX 717/232-7005 or e-mail to xenobun@aol.com.  Please email jtrout2792@aol.com supplying both your name and e-mail address if you wish to be removed from or added to this list.   MORE LEGISLATIVE UPDATES As the tempo increases in the waning number of session days, there are additional legislative updates to track: On September 24, the House Insurance Committee reported House Bill 1937 (Quinn-R-Bucks) to require life insurance companies to utilize the US Social Security Death Master File in order to effectively find beneficiaries of life policies.  The Insurance Department has concluded agreements with many major carriers to utilize the Death Master File but HB 1937 would require this for all life insurers. Also on September 24, the Senate Banking & Insurance Committee reported out Senate Bill 1441 … Read More