Division of Financial Regulation State of Oregon Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on July 31, 2024 - 00:11 GMT

Oregon Division of Financial Regulation lowers health insurance rates. Preliminary decision would reduce rates in individual and ...

July 30, 2024 Salem – Each year, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) conducts a transparent health insurance rate review process for health plans that comply with the Affordable Care Act for small businesses and people who buy their own …

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Published on July 26, 2024 - 22:32 GMT

Drug Price Transparency Program seeks input on prescription increases

July 26, 2024 Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation's (DFR) Drug Price Transparency Program is seeking the public's input on high prescription drug prices. Consumers are encouraged to report prescription drug price increases on DFR…

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Published on July 26, 2024 - 15:11 GMT

Oregon Division of Financial Regulation warns people to be careful before signing assignment of benefits agreement after natural ...

July 25, 2024 Salem – With wildfires raging across the state, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) wants to make sure people are taken care of in the event of a catastrophe and warned of those who may want to take advantage of a vulnerable …

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Published on July 11, 2024 - 22:12 GMT

Student loan ombuds focusing on helping borrowers navigate shifting rules, changes in repayment laws

July 11, 2024 Salem – Student loan borrowers faced significant confusion and frustration this past year in navigating the shifting landscape of loan repayment and forgiveness programs, according to a new report issued by Oregon's student loan ombuds. …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 21:16 GMT

June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

June 13, 2024 Salem – In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) is asking people to be on the lookout for the financial exploitation of seniors. The International Network for the …

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Published on June 11, 2024 - 16:21 GMT

Drivers encouraged to review auto coverage, practice safe driving habits

June 11, 2024 Salem – Summertime usually means vacations and road trips. According to the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR), now is a good time for a little planning and some safety checks that …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 16:36 GMT

Five companies will offer health insurance in every Oregon county next year as health insurers file 2025 rate requests for ...

May 23, 2024 Salem – Oregon consumers can get a first look at requested rates for 2025 individual and small group health insurance plans, the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) announced today. In a major win for Oregonians, Moda …

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Published on May 8, 2024 - 20:53 GMT

Oregon Division of Financial Regulation joins other states in signing order to cease money transmission activities for Sigue Corp.

May 8, 2024 Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) ordered Sigue Corp. to cease engaging in money transmission activities in Oregon as the company can no longer responsibly serve customers due to its declining financial position. Oregon …

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Published on May 1, 2024 - 18:38 GMT

Notice of money transmission revocation for Binance.US

April 30, 2024 Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation revoked the Oregon money transmission license of BAM Trading Services, Inc., doing business as Binance.US. As a result, Binance.US may no longer accept money for transmission, hold, or sell …

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Published on April 4, 2024 - 21:37 GMT

Oregon Division of Financial Regulation encourages consumers to check with their insurance carriers about lowering premiums if ...

April 4, 2024 Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) has issued a $200,000 fine against State Farm after the company failed to send notices over the past six years informing its insureds of their ability to request an annual credit check …

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Published on March 27, 2024 - 22:52 GMT

State of Oregon settles with cryptocurrency asset platform

March 27, 2024 Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) has reached a settlement agreement in principle with a cryptocurrency asset platform for violating state securities regulations. The group of affiliated companies – Plutus Financial …

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Published on March 20, 2024 - 00:22 GMT

One-time adjustment of student loans could lead to forgiveness

March 19, 2024 Salem – The U.S. Department of Education has begun what it describes as a one-time payment count adjustment for certain federal student loans toward the income-driven repayment and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programs. This could …

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Published on March 13, 2024 - 23:11 GMT

Oregon Division of Financial Regulation to host Scam Jam March 26 in Salem

March 13, 2023 Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR), along with Oregon AARP, is hosting a fraud prevention workshop, Scam Jam, on Tuesday, March 26, in Salem. The free event will be held from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Roth's Catering …

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Published on March 12, 2024 - 14:16 GMT

Oregon Prescription Drug Affordability Board hosting community forums to hear how prescription drug costs affect Oregonians

March 11, 2024 Salem – The Oregon Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) is hosting a series of community forums to help the board with direction on how to move forward with the rising costs of prescription drugs. PDAB was created out of Senate Bill …

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Published on February 29, 2024 - 22:05 GMT

Oregon Division of Financial Regulation issues $160,000 in fines to Laura O. Shean for conducting unlicensed investment adviser ...

Feb. 29, 2024 Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) issued a cease-and-desist order and fined Laura O. Shean and her company, PlanNow, LLC, a total of $140,000 for conducting unlicensed investment adviser activity and engaging in …

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Published on February 21, 2024 - 22:14 GMT

Division of Financial Regulation publishes Oregon Investor Guide, other educational resources for the public

Feb. 21, 2024 Salem – Deciding how and where to invest your money can be a difficult and overwhelming decision. The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) now has resources available to help. The division recently published the Oregon Investor Guide …

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Published on February 14, 2024 - 00:09 GMT

DFR reminds consumers to be wary of romance scams this Valentine’s Day

Feb. 13, 2024 Salem – Romance scams can happen any time of year, but with Valentine's Day this week, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) is warning people to watch their wallets when it comes to online romance. A romance scam happens when …

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Published on February 7, 2024 - 21:21 GMT

Oregon joins 25 other states, SEC in $3 million settlement with TradeStation crypto program

Feb. 7, 2024 Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR), along with a taskforce of state securities regulators, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a $3 million settlement in principle with TradeStation Crypto, …

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Published on February 1, 2024 - 01:49 GMT

Raymond James to pay nearly $200,000 in penalties and restitution for overcharging commissions to Oregon investors

Jan. 31, 2024 Salem – Oregon's Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) joined a multi-state settlement alleging that Raymond James & Associates, Inc. and Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. charged unreasonable commissions to retail customers on …

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Published on December 27, 2023 - 22:39 GMT

Many new consumer protection laws go into effect Jan. 1, 2024

Salem – When the clock strikes midnight on Jan. 1, 2024, many new laws immediately take effect. The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR), part of the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) – the state’s largest consumer …

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