We’ve seen an early start to wildfire season this year. We’re closely monitoring the Lambdin fire in Walla Walla County and are standing by to assist consumers with their insurance needs. In the meantime, if you receive a “Go Now” order please listen!

Commissioner Kuderer was honored to speak last week at Reuters’ The Future of Insurance 2026 conference in Chicago. She stressed that we all have a role to play in building climate resilience, including investing in science-backed mitigation standards, and partnering across all levels of government.

I’m glad to see that the Federal government is finally recognizing that these delays in care for Washington seniors are unacceptable. However, we need to get rid of the WISeR program entirely. Thank you to @repdelbene.bsky.social for leading the charge on repeal and shining a light on this issue!

🔥As firefighters battle the Upriver Fire in Spokane County, Washington state Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer reminds homeowners to be prepared for wildfire — and, in a worst-case scenario, the recovery process. read press release: www.insurance.wa.gov/about-us/new...

This was avoidable. We warned that Republicans’ failure to extend the enhanced ACA tax credits would lead to millions of Americans dropping their health care or facing higher out of pocket costs. Now we’re seeing the initial impact – 1.2M fewer Americans signing up for coverage, and more to come.

I’m disappointed, but not surprised, to see the administration deny our state’s request for federal funding to mitigate future flooding after December’s storms. While the other FEMA grants that a few communities will receive are critical, it’s far less than the additional $36M we’re eligible for.

I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my dear friend, former state Senator Sam Hunt. I was lucky to serve alongside him in the Senate and learn from his leadership. Sam’s humor was contagious as he took on complicated issues with a smile. Words can’t express how much he will be missed.

“Gender-affirming care is safe and effective, and everyone deserves the right to health care. I’m proud of AG Brown hard work on this case and proud to be part of a state leading the way in fighting back against an unjust presidential administration.” Commissioner Kuderer. medium.com/commissioner...

You don’t need to be an insurance expert to be a SHIBA Volunteer! All you need is a desire to help your neighbors navigate the complexities of #Medicare. Join the SHIBA volunteer team today! 🧡 insurance.wa.gov/shiba

We already know that this administration has some serious conflicts of interest, but new reporting shows just how widespread they are between federal regulators and the industries they regulate. This is why we need to hold government officials at all levels accountable to clear ethical standards.

Happy Women’s History Month! follow along all March to learn about coverage rights for women. #womenshistorymonth♀️

Sen. Marcus Riccelli (D – Spokane) joins Commissioner Kuderer to discuss the Strengthen Washington Homes grant program and how it helps people at risk of wildfire keep their insurance. Listen to the podcast at: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/o...

As Congress further negotiates DHS funding, I want to stress that even though DHS includes FEMA and other key services, that’s not an excuse to allow ICE and Border Patrol to continue to operate recklessly. We need accountability and de-escalation, not empty promises.

This latest proposal from the Trump administration puts big business above protecting public health and doubles down on their efforts to take us backwards with climate regulation. You can’t just ignore the short and long-term health impacts of air pollution – there are literally lives at stake.

Repost if you agree: The Senate should vote TODAY to extend the ACA tax credits. The House already passed a bill with a three-year extension that would bring down premiums for MILLIONS of Americans. Now it’s up to the Senate. Leader Thune: Let the Senate vote ASAP.

Thank you to House Democrats and to those Republicans who broke ranks to pass a 3-year extension of ACA subsidies. I’m closely watching the Senate to display the same courage of conviction to help Americans afford their health insurance. Every day they delay means more people dropping coverage.

This short-sighted, reckless, and sudden action by the Trump administration to alter the childhood vaccination schedule flies in the face of science. It’s another example of why we need continued state-level leadership and regional cooperation on public health policies.

The images and stories coming out of the communities impacted by this recent flooding are heartbreaking and to those of you who have lost your homes, your businesses, or are currently displaced: please know that our thoughts are with you, and you are not alone in this recovery.

In this Washington, access to transgender care is protected by state law and we will fight to preserve it for all the families who need these services. This administration needs to stop attacking families and put its energy into extending the ACA tax credits to help people afford health insurance.

As we deal with historic flooding in our state, it’s a reminder why we need a strong federal partner and FEMA assistance to respond to natural disasters. State and local governments can’t go it alone. It’s also why we need long-term state solutions like a public infrastructure bank. bit.ly/4j10djx

Open enrollment is underway and many people are experiencing sticker shock. Commissioner Kuderer explains what she’s been doing to urge Congress to extend the enhanced premium tax credits and what’s at stake if they fail to act.

I appreciate that Rep. Walsh recognizes my “knowledge” on the ACA, but I think we have different definitions of “failure.” Health coverage regardless of pre-existing conditions, subsidies that allow people to get and keep insurance, and a 4.8% uninsured rate are worth fighting for.

This administration is more interested in giving a $20B bailout to Argentina and tax cuts to billionaires than it is in helping its own communities rebuild after natural disasters. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/16/c...

This week we saw the tragic consequences of the Trump administration’s short-sighted cuts to climate funding play out in the Alaska Native village of Kipnuk. With increasingly frequent extreme weather events we need to be proactive with mitigation efforts. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/14/c...

Earlier this month, Commissioner Kuderer spoke at a Medicare Open Enrollment and Vaccination outreach event for AANHPI elders hosted by the National Asian Pacific Center on Aging (NAPCA) and IDIC Filipino Senior and Family Services. nwasianweekly.com/2025/10/fili...

The West Coast Health Alliance has released a set of vaccination guidelines that are based on science not conspiracy theories. This state level leadership is critical to fill the abdication of federal leadership from the Trump administration and chaos at the CDC. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/17/h...

ICYMI: Last week, Commissioner Kuderer hosted an Insurance Town Hall in Spokane with State Sen. Riccelli and State Rep. Ormsby to discuss health care, wildfires and homeowners insurance coverage. Catch her opening remarks below and watch the full video at tvw.org/video/washin...

Are you ready for Medicare Open enrollment? See what’s changing and learn about your options. Order our free #Medicare Jumpstart Toolkit. More info here: direc.to/nsVF

Commissioner Kuderer stressed at a press event today the need for Congress to act quickly to extend the enhanced Premium Tax Credits expiring at the end of this year. These credits help increase affordability and lower the number of uninsured Washingtonians.

Headed to the Fair? 🎡Come say hello to our consumer advocates at the Washington State Fair on Sept. 11, 12, and 19! Find us in the Expo Hall to ask your insurance questions and learn about how we can help Washingtonians.

In this episode of OIC Answers, Commissioner Kuderer and Jordan Haedtler, a climate financial policy consultant with Climate Cabinet, explore how insurance regulators can address #climate change - including what some states are doing, what’s working, and why podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h...

We must condemn political violence in all its forms. Just like the June assassination of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman in Minnesota, the murder of Charlie Kirk is a troubling sign of the erosion of civil discourse in our country - PK www.seattletimes.com/nation-world...

What does the new West Coast Health Alliance mean for COVID-19 #vaccine coverage? It depends on what type of health plan you have. State regulated plans will still cover you through 2026. 👇 www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Next week‼️ Our Insurance Town Hall at the #Spokane City Hall is on Wednesday, Sept. 10th doors open at 7p.m. Join Commissioner Kuderer, Sen. Riccelli, and Rep. Ormsby. Bring your insurance questions! RSVP not required but helpful! More info ℹ️ : bit.ly/3Jzc5M8

Good news for access to COVID-19 #vaccines in Washington state!

Federal immigration enforcement action interrupting firefighters who are responding to an active wildfire makes Washingtonians less safe. It’s another example of the Trump administration undermining disaster response. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

On the 20th anniversary of #Katrina, federal employees risked their jobs to sound the alarm. And let’s be clear, a diminished FEMA means state and local communities will bear the costs. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/25/c...

When premiums spike next year, it will be because Republicans chose to make health care more expensive. Not on accident. Not for reasons unknown. But because Republicans decided to do nothing and let costs skyrocket. Spread the word.

Healthcare affordability has cascading effects. Thank you to Senator Cantwell for fighting to extend the enhanced premium tax credits that expire this year - 80,000 Washingtonians are likely to drop coverage if Congress doesn’t act. 👇 www.columbian.com/news/2025/au... @cantwell.senate.gov

This is a big win for Washingtonians thanks to Attorney General Nick Brown! 👏 www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news... @atg.wa.gov

You have reproductive rights in WA state, including no cost over-the-counter and prescription contraceptives and breastfeeding services, too! Help us spread the word. Visit: direc.to/nzMt #WAnoCostBirthControl

Decisions like this threaten FEMA’s ability to quickly respond to natural disasters. Per the article, “The moves leave #FEMA staffing even more thin, current and former employees said, and could be a big problem if a major hurricane or wildfire were to strike.” www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...

Commissioner Patty Kuderer: "Putting a cap on total fines is unfair to consumers and protects bad actors." Read the latest on Senate Bill 5331: www.insurance.wa.gov/news/restitu...

It has been such an honor to serve the consumers of Washington State! Thank you.