WA| In a Press Release, issued on October 6, 2025, Washington State Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer urged auto, homeowners, and renters insurance companies to provide a minimum 30-day grace period for federal employees in Washington who are unable to pay premiums due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, emphasizing that these families should not lose coverage or face penalties for circumstances outside their control. Kuderer highlighted that the shutdown, driven by the Trump administration, is worsening financial stress for thousands of affected Washingtonians, and her office will continue to work with insurers to ensure fair treatment for consumers until the government reopens.
Key Points:
- Kuderer asked insurers to grant at least a 30-day premium payment grace period for federal workers impacted by the shutdown.
- Her office pledged continued oversight to ensure consumers are treated fairly, noting the shutdown increases financial hardship amid rising costs.