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Will FAIR Plan Surcharge Impact Colorado’s Insurance Market?

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by Caitlyn Jones
May 5, 2025
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Will FAIR Plan Surcharge Impact Colorado’s Insurance Market?
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Insurance markets constantly evolve, with new regulations often sparking interest and concern among stakeholders. Colorado’s Division of Insurance recently proposed a regulation allowing insurers to recoup costs associated with the state’s FAIR Plan. The FAIR Plan serves as a homeowners insurance policy of last resort, designed to cover individuals who struggle to find coverage from regular providers. The proposal involves levying a surcharge on policyholders as a means of financially supporting this initiative. Specifically, insurers face a substantial $46 million assessment due to their participation in the FAIR Plan. Consequently, this financial burden prompts consideration of how best to distribute these costs among policyholders without overwhelming them. The proposal outlines a possible surcharge ranging from $17 to $22 per policyholder, aiming to cover this over five years. However, there is concern that due to the small surcharge amount, its collection might be feasible only over one to two years.

Balancing Insurer Solvency and Consumer Protection

The proposal to impose a surcharge on insurance policyholders prompts critical considerations, especially for smaller insurers who may struggle with solvency if unable to recover assessment costs. Carole Walker from the Rocky Mountain Insurance Association emphasizes the necessity for insurers to recoup these costs to maintain financial stability. However, consumer protection remains a priority. Consumer advocate Lisa Hughes proposes capping surcharges at 5% of the policy premium annually to ensure affordability for homeowners insurance, preventing policyholders from facing undue financial burdens. Kelly Campbell, of the Colorado FAIR Plan, underscores the importance of market solvency, advocating for clear regulatory guidance to help insurers reclaim assessments, creating a stable environment for offering coverage. The Division of Insurance shows openness to stakeholder feedback until May 5, signaling a willingness to refine regulations based on community input. Achieving equilibrium between insurer viability and consumer confidence is crucial, offering a model for resolving similar challenges in other regions.

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