About

Here at the Insurance Department, it is our responsibility to administer the laws of this commonwealth as they pertain to the regulation of the insurance industry in order to protect you, the insurance consumer. As our mission statement declares: “By protecting and educating Pennsylvanians, we will safeguard consumer rights and ensure access to health and other vital insurance products.” To accomplish our mission, we 

Monitor the financial solvency of insurance companies; 
License insurance companies and producers/agents; 
Review and approve insurance policy language and rates;
Coordinate the rehabilitation and liquidation of insolvent insurance companies; and 
Administer health insurance programs for eligible adults and children.

The department, first established under the Act of Assembly of April 4, 1873, P.L. 20, and reorganized under the Insurance Department Act of May 17, 1921, P.L. 789, is led by Joel Ario, the 31st Insurance Commissioner of the department. Within the department are divisions, also known as deputates, and other specialized offices. Each area is responsible for a key function of the department.

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