Mississippi Insurance Department

10/30/2026

ICYMI: Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney said the agents were selling health insurance policies, including some Medicare plans, and falsifying reports to earn commissions.

The Mississippi Insurance Department has revoked the licenses of dozens of out-of-state insurance agents accused of fraud this week.

10/29/2026

The time changes Sunday morning - a good reminder to check your smoke alarms and change the batteries!

10/28/2026

VIDEO: Exciting news for Mississippi’s Gulf Coast! The first two homeowners have received FORTIFIED roofs thanks to $10,000 grants from the Strengthen Mississippi Homes Program. These stronger roofs mean safer homes and greater peace of mind during storm season. Learn more about how we’re helping protect our communities!

10/27/2026

As we “fall back” this weekend, take a few minutes to make sure your home is ready:

🔋 Replace the batteries in your smoke alarms.
🚨 Test every smoke alarm to make sure it’s working.
🏠 Make sure you have smoke alarms on every level of your home and outside sleeping areas.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Review your family’s fire escape plan and practice it.

10/26/2026

Two coastal homeowners are the first to complete the roof mitigation program after receiving $10,000 grants.

A group, including Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney, gathered at a home in Biloxi. A new roof was put on the house as part of the ‘Strengthen Mississippi Homes’ program. The contractor was given a check and the homeowner was handed a fortified home certificate. Homeowners in the st...

10/23/2026

Medicare open enrollment has begun, and Mississippi officials are urging residents to be cautious of scams.

Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney said, "Some out-of-state agents may use illegal tactics to sign up customers and collect multiple commissions."

Mississippi officials are urging residents to be cautious of scams

10/22/2026

Comm. Chaney today attended the UMMC Cancer Center groundbreaking. Mississippi has some of the nation’s worst cancer outcomes, but the University of Mississippi Medical Center is working to change that. The 250,000-square-foot center will support advanced cancer care and research.

10/22/2026

It’s now easier than ever to purchase flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program. You can purchase online at floodsmart.gov/policy-quote in just a few minutes.

10/22/2026

Emily Thomas from the MID Consumer Services Division is attending the MS Nurses Convention in Biloxi. Look at that cute booth! 👩‍⚕️💊

10/22/2026

“To put it simply, the agents lied on their applications,” Chaney said. “The cases were scheduled for hearings on October 15, 2026. However, none of the agents showed up to defend themselves, and the licenses were revoked immediately.”

“To put it simply, the agents lied on their applications,” Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney.