Congressional Hearing on Insurance for Nonprofit Organizations
January 1, 2018
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The Frame
This hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony regarding the availability and challenges of insurance coverage for nonprofit entities, which informs potential future federal policy or regulatory oversight.
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Nonprofit organizations
The hearing focused on the availability and structure of insurance products specifically designed for these entities.
Insurance providers
Industry representatives provided testimony regarding the regulatory and economic environment for offering insurance to nonprofits.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2018.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on September 28, 2017, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The hearing was conducted by the Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance of the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services.
- Witnesses included representatives from the Congressional Research Service, the American Insurance Association, and nonprofit insurance programs.
- The hearing record includes prepared statements from four primary witnesses.
- Additional materials submitted for the record include letters and statements from the Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers, Cincinnati Insurance Companies, Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America, and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.
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Why It Matters
This hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony regarding the availability and challenges of insurance coverage for nonprofit entities, which informs potential future federal policy or regulatory oversight.
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Extensive Industry Input
The hearing record includes significant input from private insurance associations and the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, indicating a broad industry interest in the topic.
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