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AI Insurance Premiums Projected to Hit $4.8 Billion by 2032 | JD Supra
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and insurance is rapidly evolving, with global AI insurance premiums forecasted to reach $4.8 billion by 2032, according to a recent report from Deloitte, as reported in Insurance Business America.[i] This represents an estimated compound annual growth rate of 80%, underscoring the urgency for insurers to adapt to emerging risks and regulatory frameworks.
Ohio Politics Update: Insights from the 2025 Local Elections | JD Supra
As the nation followed higher-profile elections in Virginia, New York City, and California on Tuesday, November 4, Ohio held its 2025 election. There were no statewide ballot issues, so all contests were local elections. Following the national trend, Ohio Democrats scored victories across the state and generally had a successful evening.
Ohio Approves New Congressional Map: What It Means for 2026 Elections | JD Supra
Ohio’s Redistricting Commission unanimously approved a new congressional map on October 31, 2025, which will remain in effect until 2031. The new map could potentially alter the dynamics in several races in next year’s elections and has national implications. The new maps would take Ohio’s current 10-5 Republican-to-Democratic-split to a potential 12-3 divide, based on likely voter index.
Ohio House Republicans Revamp State Budget: Key Amendments in H.B. 96 | JD Supra
House Republicans put their stamp on Ohio’s operating budget (H.B. 96), passing the legislation, 60 to 39, after making substantial amendments to Governor DeWine’s budget proposal. Five Republican members joined the entire Democratic caucus in opposing the two-year spending plan.
The Impact of Tariffs on Medical Equipment Manufacturing in Kentucky | JD Supra
In our recent publication, “The Impact of Tariffs on the Insurance Industry,” we explored how the sweeping tariff policy announced by President Donald Trump is affecting various insurance sectors. Building on that discussion, this piece delves into the specific challenges faced by Kentucky’s medical equipment manufacturing sector due to these tariffs. The 25% tariff on imported materials such as aluminum and steel will increase production costs for medical equipment manufacturers[1].
The Impact of Tariffs on the Insurance Industry | JD Supra
At its core, insurance is an exercise of predictions. These predictions are supported by extraordinary amounts of data and complex algorithmic accounting, but much of the exercise for insurance carriers is trying to predict the impact outside forces have on the risk of loss. On April 3, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a sweeping tariff policy that exceeded expectations on the amount and extent of tariffs the United States is willing to impose on its trading partners worldwide.
2024 General Election Results and Analysis | JD Supra
Although Ohio is no longer a critical swing state for presidential politics, national eyes were still trained on Ohio where control of the U.S. Senate potentially hinged on the outcome of the race between three-term Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown and Republican challenger and Cleveland-area businessman Bernie Moreno. At the end of the night, Moreno defeated Senator Brown 50.2% to 46.4%.
2024 Kentucky General Election Update | JD Supra
The Commonwealth of Kentucky held its 2024 General Election alongside the rest of the nation on Tuesday, November 5. Nationally, Republicans enjoyed strong performances across the board. President Trump will be returning to the White House and Republicans will control the Senate. Republicans in Kentucky also enjoyed a strong showing. Below is a brief summary and analysis of the preliminary results. All results are preliminary until the official canvas is completed.
A Closer Look at Kentucky's 2024 General Election
The Commonwealth of Kentucky's 2024 election results reflect key shifts in the political landscape, both locally and nationwide. As part of a strong national showing for Republicans, President Trump won Kentucky with 65% of the vote, an increase from 2020. Every county swung further in his favor, underscoring the state’s deepening Republican alignment. Republicans also maintained a wide margin in the Kentucky State Legislature, signaling stability in local governance.
2024 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadlines Update | JD Supra
April 23, 2024 Matthew Koppitch, Gregory Lestini, Rachael Mains, Elizabeth Martini, William Mason, Christopher Slagle, Elisabeth Squeglia Bricker Graydon LLP + Follow x Following x Following - Unfollow Contact To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: Ohio’s campaign finance reporting deadlines were updated for 2024, please find the latest deadlines and other campaign finance compliance information on the chart here. Please see full publication below for more information.
2024 Primary Election Results & Analysis | JD Supra
Ohio held its Primary Election on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Featuring several crowded races and many incumbents facing challengers, election night yielded some interesting results with fairly low voter turnout of about 1.1 million Ohioans voting out of 7.9 million registered electors.
2023 Second Half Year End Review and 2024 Preview | JD Supra
Overview. In the second half of 2023, the 135th Ohio General Assembly returned after its summer recess, initially set to focus on the state legislative redistricting process. The legislature spent most of the fall campaigning on statewide ballot measures, including an August special election and the November General Election, holding committee and floor session sparingly during the second half of the year.
Kentucky 2023 General Election Preliminary Results | JD Supra
I. Kentucky 2023 General Election Preliminary Results. The 2023 Kentucky General Election featured Governor Andy Beshear (D) seeking his second term in office, as well as contested races for the Commonwealth’s other statewide executive offices. While the Democratic Governor emerged victorious, Kentucky Republicans enjoyed a clean sweep of the other contests. II. Kentucky Governor. Governor Beshear defeated challenger, current Kentucky Attorney General, Daniel Cameron (R) 53% to 47%.
Ohio 2023 General Election Preliminary Results | JD Supra
The 2023 Ohio General Election reached an unusually high turnout for an odd-numbered election year, thanks to two statewide ballot issues. Issue 1 garnered national attention, as Ohio became the latest state to enshrine reproductive rights in a state constitution after the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, with the constitutional amendment passing 56% to 44%. Issue 2, an initiated statute, also passed and legalizes recreational marijuana use for adults by a similar margin.
Kentucky 2023 General Election Preliminary Results
Thursday, November 9, 2023 I. Kentucky 2023 General Election Preliminary Results. The 2023 Kentucky General Election featured Governor Andy Beshear (D) seeking his second term in office, as well as contested races for the Commonwealth’s other statewide executive offices. While the Democratic Governor emerged victorious, Kentucky Republicans enjoyed a clean sweep of the other contests. II. Kentucky Governor.
Ohio 2023 General Election Preliminary Results
Wednesday, November 8, 2023 The 2023 Ohio General Election reached an unusually high turnout for an odd-numbered election year, thanks to two statewide ballot issues. Issue 1 garnered national attention, as Ohio became the latest state to enshrine reproductive rights in a state constitution after the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, with the constitutional amendment passing 56% to 44%.
Artificial Intelligence - There's Nothing Fake About It | JD Supra
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become ubiquitous in today’s corporate lexicon. And while much has been said, and written, about AI, the question still remains: what, exactly, is AI? Or, more aptly for this discussion, what about it will impact the insurance industry? As to the former, there are no shortage of definitions of AI.
Artificial Intelligence - There's Nothing Fake About It
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 This article originally appeared in the National Council of Insurance Legislators Newsletter - Volume 6 - 2023 Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become ubiquitous in today’s corporate lexicon. And while much has been said, and written, about AI, the question still remains: what, exactly, is AI? Or, more aptly for this discussion, what about it will impact the insurance industry? As to the former, there are no shortage of definitions of AI.
Ohio Ethics Commission annual report highlights top five categories for investigations in 2022 | JD Supra
In its 2022 Annual Report, the Ohio Ethics Commission provides statistics and lists on several of the Commission’s activities for the year including a breakdown of the top five categories for investigations last year. The top five investigation categories are: Conflicts of interest, including securing things of value Outside business/employment Nepotism Gifts/prizes/donations Property matters The Commission stated it saw several trends through its investigations.
2022 General Election Update | JD Supra
On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Ohioans, like the rest of the country, cast ballots in the 2022 General Election. Ohioans voted on all statewide constitutional offices, one U.S. Senate seat, and several important statewide and local ballot issues. Early turnout for the 2022 General Election was greater than the previous statewide 2018 general election.
Ohio Supreme Court rules prosecutors need not wait for investigation by OEC | JD Supra
On October 18, 2022, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled that prosecutors don’t need to wait for an investigation by the Ohio Ethics Commission before prosecuting a public official charged with violating Ohio’s ethics laws. In the case, State of Ohio v.
2022 August Primary Election Results and Analysis | JD Supra
Ohio held the state’s second Primary Election on August 2, 2022, featuring partisan primaries for State House and Senate candidates and also central committee seats for state political parties. As expected, turnout was low at only 7.93 percent according to the Ohio Secretary of State’s unofficial tallies. State Senate Primary results[1] The Ohio Senate featured only a few contested primaries. Senator Nathan Manning (R-North Ridgeville) was the only incumbent facing a primary challenge.
Ohio Ethics Commission announces the top five categories for investigations in 2021 | JD Supra
In its 2021 Annual Report, the Ohio Ethics Commission provides statistics and lists on several of the Commission’s activities for the year including a breakdown of the top five categories for investigations last year.
First half 2022 review, General Election, and preview of Lame Duck Session | JD Supra
Overview The Ohio General Assembly finished the first half of 2022 with a rush of lawmaking, appropriating billions of dollars in infrastructure spending, and making policy changes in a range of subjects. Initially, the legislature’s pace slowed on key legislation, like the capital budget, due to redistricting litigation.
2022 Primary Election Update | JD Supra
On Tuesday, May, 3, 2022, Ohioans cast their ballots in the state’s Primary Election. May’s Primary Election did not include candidates for state legislative districts, due to the ongoing litigation regarding the new maps for state legislators created through the redistricting process. Candidates for state legislative districts will have a separate primary, likely held with the already scheduled special election on August 2, 2022.
Ohio Ethics Commission calls for enhanced penalties for ethics violations | JD Supra
In its January 26, 2022, press release, the Ohio Ethics Commission is urging the Ohio General Assembly to enact enhanced penalties for persons or entities convicted of giving unlawful gifts or payments to any public official or employee in Ohio state or local government.
Governor DeWine signs House Bill 51 into law, allowing for virtual public meetings until July 1, 2022 | JD Supra
On February 17, 2022, Governor DeWine signed House Bill 51 into law. House Bill 51 includes an uncodified provision authorizing public meetings to be held by teleconference, video conference or other similar electronic technology through June 30, 2022 (Section 3). This provision was included in the bill’s emergency clause, and therefore it was effective immediately.
Ohio’s campaign finance laws permit use of peer-to-peer payment systems | JD Supra
If you are thinking about using Venmo to accept campaign donations, you now have guidance from the Ohio Elections Commission to permissibly do so. The Ohio Elections Commission advised that the use of peer-to-peer payment systems such as Venmo are permissible under Ohio’s campaign finance laws.
Tidying up: Spring cleaning for your PAC | JD Supra
With a busy state and federal election cycle coming up this year, spring is an ideal time to give your Political Action Committee (PAC) a thorough cleaning. These checklist items should be part of your regular PAC maintenance. If you haven’t asked yourself these questions in a while, now is an ideal time. Statement of organization/designation of treasurer Are your treasurer and deputy treasurer listed correctly? Is all contact information still accurate?
Ohio Elections Commission determines foreign national cannot contribute to a ballot issue PAC | JD Supra
The Ohio Elections Commission recently issued an advisory opinion addressing whether a foreign national can contribute to a ballot issue political action committee (PAC) in Ohio. The Ohio Elections Commission determined that R.C. 3517.13 (W) prohibits a foreign national from contributing to a ballot issue PAC in Ohio.
Ohio Redistricting Commission adopts revised House and Senate maps | JD Supra
After failing to meet the Ohio Supreme Court’s ordered deadline for submitting House and Senate district maps, the Ohio Redistricting Commission passed its third version of district boundaries by a 4-3 vote on February 24, 2022. Auditor of State Keith Faber (R) joined the commission’s two Democratic members opposing the maps. According to the commission’s majority party members, the maps likely produce 54-45 and 18-15 Republican majorities in the House and Senate, respectively.
Ohio Supreme Court invalidates revised state House and Senate maps | JD Supra
On February 7, 2022, the Ohio Supreme Court invalidated the state House and Senate district boundaries that were recently adopted by the Ohio Redistricting Commission. The majority, in a per curiam decision, ruled that the commission’s revised maps still favored Republican candidates instead of adhering to the proportionality favored by statewide voter preferences of 54 percent Republican and 46 percent Democratic.
Ohio Redistricting Commission adopts new four year House and Senate maps | JD Supra
While most were watching the Bengals defeat the Titans in the NFL playoffs on January 22, 2022, the Ohio Redistricting Commission adopted new state House and Senate district boundaries. The commission faced a midnight deadline to comply with the Ohio Supreme Court’s order. The party line vote, 5-2, establishes the districts for four years. A bipartisan vote creates 10 year districts.
Ohio Supreme Court invalidates state’s newly redrawn congressional districts | JD Supra
On January 14, 2022, the Ohio Supreme Court invalidated the state’s newly redrawn congressional districts. In a 4-3 vote, mirroring the earlier decision invalidating the State House and Senate Districts, Justice Michael Donnelly (D-Cleveland), writing for the majority, ruled that the maps violated the Ohio Constitution’s prohibitions on the partisan gerrymandering. Republican Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor joined in the majority opinion and again wrote a separate concurring opinion.
Ohio Supreme Court orders Redistricting Commission to draw new state House and Senate district boundaries | JD Supra
On January 12, 2022, the Ohio Supreme Court, by a vote of 4-3, found the newly drawn state House and Senate district maps did not comply with Ohio’s Constitution, specifically Article XI, Section 6, which states that no plan shall be drawn primarily to favor a political party. The court determined the Ohio Redistricting Commission did not attempt to meet the standard.
2021 second half year-end review and 2022 preview | JD Supra
In the second half of 2021, the 134th Ohio General Assembly focused on the state legislative and congressional redistricting process and finishing work on a wide variety of legislation dealing with topics such as sports gaming, COVID-19 and telehealth. The legislature returns in mid-January for a busy winter and spring schedule with priorities including the capital budget, appropriating more federal COVID-19 relief funding and more.
2021 general election results | JD Supra
Election day 2021 featured two special congressional elections, as well as mayoral races in several large cities, including Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dayton and Toledo. City councils, judicial seats and ballot issues were also decided. Nationally, Republicans enjoyed strong victories in Virginia, winning the Governor’s office and other statewide offices.
Ohio’s capital budget process will soon be underway | JD Supra
The Ohio General Assembly will soon begin work on the state’s capital budget, which is typically passed in every even-numbered year. Expect the legislative process to begin on the capital bill during early winter and finish by spring in 2022. The capital budget funds a variety of eligible infrastructure projects for state agencies, colleges and universities, school districts, and community projects.
Ferrara v. Trumbull County Board of Elections | JD Supra
On September 14, 2021, the Ohio Supreme Court found that the Trumbull County Board of Elections erred in rejecting a part-petition submitted by Mark Ferrara to appear on the ballot as a candidate for township trustee. The Board of Elections reviewed Ferrara’s candidate part-petitions to appear on the ballot as a township trustee, and found the first part-petition contained 16 valid signatures.
Ohio 11th and 15th congressional district special primary election results | JD Supra
Ohioans in the 11th and 15th congressional districts participated in special primary elections for two congressional vacancies on Tuesday, August 3, 2021. In the 15th congressional district, which was vacated by Congressman Steve Stivers when he assumed the role of CEO for the Ohio Chamber of Commerce, Mike Carey, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, prevailed over a crowded ten-person field in the Republican primary that included several sitting state lawmakers.
H.B. 110 FY 2022-2023 biennium budget overview and review of first half of 2021 | JD Supra
The Ohio General Assembly recently completed an exhaustive and comprehensive first half of 2021. The legislature tackled the state’s two-year operating budget, COVID-19 relief funding, residential broadband expansion, reforms to the Ohio Power Siting Board for wind and solar projects, and much more.
Ohio House Bill 2 signed into law | JD Supra
Governor Mike DeWine signed Ohio House Bill (H.B.) 2 into law on Monday, May 17, 2021. H.B. 2 was drafted similarly to H.B. 13 from the last general assembly. H.B. 2 creates the Ohio Residential Broadband Expansion Grant Program. The grant program will be housed under the Ohio Development Services Agency (DSA), which is likely to become the Ohio Department of Development again under H.B. 110, the budget bill.
Ohio’s COVID-19 health order to be removed June 2 | JD Supra
On May 12, 2021, Governor Mike DeWine addressed Ohioans regarding Ohio’s COVID-19 health orders, stating that with the vaccine as a weapon to combat COVID-19, he is confident that it is time to rescind Ohio’s COVID-19 health orders. Therefore, the Department of Health will rescind all COVID-19 related health orders on June 2, 2021, except those relating to congregate living centers and nursing homes. The delay will allow individuals to get vaccinated before the health orders are removed.
2020 lame duck summary and 2021 preview | JD Supra
Overview The year 2020 began with the optimism of advancing numerous pieces of legislation and promises of strong bipartisan cooperation, but activity suddenly halted in March with the onset of shutdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic – essentially stalling all legislative activity for months. During the remaining months of the 133rd General Assembly, the Legislature’s attention turned to addressing COVID-19 and the scandal surrounding former Speaker Larry Householder and House Bill (H.B.) 6.
Hearing discusses future pandemic risk management | JD Supra
On November 19, 2020, the US House Committee on Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing, Community Development and Insurance held the virtual hearing, “Ensuring against a Pandemic: Challenges & Solutions for Policyholders & Insurers,” which focused on the role of the insurance industry and government-backed programs to assist small businesses in managing future pandemic risk.
Ohio Governor DeWine issues three-week statewide curfew | JD Supra
On November 17, 2020, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced that the administration is issuing a statewide curfew that takes effect on Thursday, November 19, 2020. Under the curfew, individuals are to be at home from 10 p.m. until 5 a.m. The curfew lasts for 21 days. The Governor previously signaled he was considering closing in-person dining at bars and restaurants as daily case counts crept up over 8,000 per day.
2020 general election update | JD Supra
On Tuesday, November 3, 2020, Ohioans, like the rest of the country, cast ballots in the 2020 general election. Many counties in Ohio and around the country reported record-breaking early voter turnout. Approximately 3.4 million Ohioans voted early by mail and in-person, and an estimated 311,519 absentee and provisional ballots remain outstanding.
DeWine announces statewide mask mandate, HB6 repeal developments and broadband updates | JD Supra
On July 23, 2020, Governor DeWine addressed the arrest of Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder, the movement to repeal H.B. 6 (the legislation regarding Ohio’s two nuclear power plants at the heart of the allegations against Speaker Householder) and the state’s ongoing efforts to address COVID-19. DeWine comments on Speaker Householder and House leadership Governor DeWine opened his press conference commenting further on the arrest of Speaker Householder.
DeWine announces statewide facial covering requirement and travel advisory | JD Supra
On July 22, 2020, Governor DeWine announced a statewide facial covering requirement and a new travel advisory for states with a high rate of infection of COVID-19. Statewide facial covering mandate Governor DeWine announced a statewide facial covering requirement in public places effective July 23, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. He noted that when the public health advisory system is updated, it will include more Level 3 (red) counties. Currently, there are 19 Level 3 counties.
Governor DeWine addresses the state; Level 3 county updates; new local mask ordinances | JD Supra
Instead of his traditional press conference, Governor DeWine addressed Ohioans on Wednesday evening, July 15, 2020. He made an emotional appeal to all citizens, imploring them to engage in safe and smart behaviors, such as social distancing, wearing masks and washing hands. Governor DeWine remarked that Ohio is at a turning point, citing the uptick in COVID-19 cases, and asked the public to make smart decisions in the weeks ahead.
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