Groups Call on Governor Abbott to Put Consumers First

Groups Call on Governor Abbott to Put Consumers First

Today, three leading consumer groups -- the Consumer Federation of America, Texas Watch, and TexPIRG -- sent a letter to Governor Abbott, asking him to appoint a new insurance commissioner who will put consumers first. This decision is even more critical during the pandemic when so many households are hurting financially. 

The insurance commissioner occupies an exceptionally-powerful position because their decisions impact every Texan in one way or another. Many of the insurance products they regulate must be purchased by policyholders as a matter of law, lending practices, or necessity, placing them in a vulnerable position as consumers. We need an insurance commissioner who will fight to ensure policyholders aren't price gouged or cheated out of coverage.

You can read the letter to the governor here. The related press release can be viewed here.