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• Company Bulletin 2010-05 - Prohibition on Discretionary Clauses (06/28/2010)
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• Industry Advisory Bulletin - Registration of External Independent Review (05/27/10)
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• Illinois Department of Insurance Orders Nationwide Home Warranty to Cease and Desist Unlawful Business (03/25/10)
• P.A. 096-0013 and ARRA - Model Notices for Insurers (06/22/09)
• P.A. 095-0958 – Dependent Coverage FAQ for Industry (Updated 05/14/09)
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