Nevada Division of Insurance

09/18/2026

Commissioner Gaines is providing insight to Nevada’s Board of Fire Services about the local wildfire risk and mitigation from the insurance perspective. Commissioner is also discussing the Wildfire Urban Interface code with Fire Marshals.

Thank you to the Board for bringing the Division of Insurance to the table, as our agency continues to protect Nevadans navigating the insurance market.

09/14/2026

Commissioner Gaines is touring Wildfire prone areas, as fires continue to endanger residents and homes across Nevada.

First stop: Montreux in Reno. 📍

The Commissioner will be touring other neighborhoods soon.

09/10/2026

Commissioner Gaines provided the State of Nevada's Economic Forum Committee with an update on Nevada's Insurance market. Commissioner detailed the Division's role, market conditions, rate trends and consumer protection efforts. This annual presentation helps members of the forum prepare forecasts for the State General Fund.

09/02/2026

Hawk Fire Response Recap: The Division of Insurance mobilized to help people in need, following the devastating wildfire.

Commissioner Gaines and staff set up information booths at the Community Resource Center and convenient locations around Reno. Watch the video below for more.

08/28/2026

The Division is out in the community helping Nevadans recover from the . Read the full press release here to learn more about resources.

As the Hawk Fire continues to threaten homes and families in Washoe County, the Nevada Division of Insurance (Division) is offering on‑site insurance assistance to help residents navigate the recovery process. Division representatives will be available to answer questions about filing insurance cl...

08/26/2026

Commissioner Ned Gaines and the Division are issuing Bulletin 3: Insurers Requested to Be Flexible Due to Wildfire Impact. Please see the attached document for details.

08/24/2026

Hawk Fire: Resources and Support for Northern Nevada
The Nevada Department of Business and Industry and its agencies are monitoring the impacts of the Hawk Fire and providing resources, assistance and regulatory flexibility to affected residents, homeowners, businesses and licensees.

Support currently includes:
🔵 Division of Insurance: Guidance for policyholders on coverage, evacuation-related expenses, claims and recovery, along with flexibility for impacted licensees.

🔵 Office of the Labor Commissioner: Flexibility on deadlines and pending matters for constituents affected by the fire, with site visits in affected areas temporarily paused.

🔵 Nevada Transportation Authority: Reminders that transportation network companies operating within the declared emergency area may not impose surge pricing.

🔵 Mortgage Lending Division: Assistance for consumers and licensees experiencing delays or difficulties with mortgage transactions.

🔵 Nevada Housing Division: Monitoring potentially impacted housing communities and evaluating available assistance for affected residents.

🔵 Division of Industrial Relations: Continued workplace safety, injury reporting and workers’ compensation resources for employers and employees.

🔵 Real Estate Division: Assistance for affected real estate licensees, applicants, education providers and homeowners associations with licensing, renewals and registrations.

For the latest wildfire information and emergency updates, visit the Nevada Office of Emergency Management/Homeland Security:
https://www.oem.nv.gov/wildfire-info-2026/

For recovery resources and information:
https://www.oem.nv.gov/wildfire-info-2026/recovery-resources-multi-fire/

Read the full Department of Business and Industry release for agency-specific resources, contacts and additional information:
https://www.oem.nv.gov/wildfire-info-2026/recovery-resources-multi-fire/

08/11/2026

The Nevada Division of Insurance is issuing guidance for Nevadans affected by the wildfires burning across the state. Read the full press release to learn more about how the Division is providing support.

As wildfires continue to impact multiple counties across Nevada, the Division of Insurance (Division) reminds Nevadans to be proactive in preparation of a possible emergency. There are a number of wildfires across the State, and Governor Joe Lombardo has issued a Declaration of Emergency due to the....

08/06/2026

The Nevada Division of Insurance is looking to fill several new positions following a wave of recent retirements and internal promotions. These staffing changes create an opportunity for the Division to bring in fresh talent, strengthen key operational areas, and continue delivering reliable service to Nevada consumers. The recruitment effort will support ongoing regulatory responsibilities while positioning the Division for future growth and stability.

Click the link below to start your future with the State of Nevada. Please email '[email protected]' when you apply or for more details about the job.

List of job openings:
-Chief Compliance/ Audit Investigator (Las Vegas)
-Chief Insurance Examiner
-Counsel & Hearings Officer (2)
-Compliance Audit/Investigator II (Las Vegas)

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