NAIC Backs Alexander-Murray Deal, Pledges Assistance As Needed

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) expressed support for the bipartisan deal crafted by Senate health committee Chair Lamar Alexander (R-TN) and ranking member Patty Murray (D-WA), praising the lawmakers in a Friday (Oct. 20) letter for including many of the commissioners' recommendations, including funding he cost-sharing program and changing some 1332s requirements. The commissioners also stressed they “have the tools necessary” to prevent insurers from benefiting from premium increases and restored CSR payments. The commissioners applauded Alexander and...