As my tenure as IRES President draws to a close, I find myself reflecting with deep gratitude on the remarkable work accomplished by our Executive Committee and the dedicated volunteers who make this organization thrive.

New IRES members and new designees

CE Deadline Approaching: Report Your Credits Early to Stay on Track As summer winds down, so does the current National IRES Continuing Education (NICE) Program compliance period. Whether you’ve already completed your continuing education (CE) activities or still have a few credits left to earn, now is the ideal time to review your progress and submit your CE.

Make plans now for IRES Foundation’s National School on Market Regulation! APRIL 25-27, 2027 – San Antonio, TX The IRES Foundation Board of Directors is busy preparing for its next National School on Market Regulation, continuing a long-standing tradition of bringing together insurance regulators, compliance professionals, and industry leaders for regulatory education and collaboration.

Latest regulatory policy updates

Climate change presents a paradox for the insurance industry. On one hand, climate risk is global in scope, often calling for coordinated international responses. On the other hand, insurance regulation in the United States remains fundamentally local—premium pricing varies by individual and location, regulatory authority rests primarily with the states, and risk exposure differs dramatically across regions. This tension is compounded by the unpredictable nature of climate-re

The Al Gross/Jim Long Rookie of the Year Scholarship is named after two long-serving insurance commissioners who passed away shortly after retiring from their positions: North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Jim Long and Virginia Commissioner of Insurance Al Gross. Both commissioners were dedicated to serving their constituents and were known for being dedicated leaders, innovators, and mentors. Neither were afraid to get involved in difficult issues and find solutions that l