Featured topics
Wildfires and homeowner insurance
In Washington, wildfires can happen during drought-like weather. It doesn't matter whether your home is in a suburb, city or rural area.
Mental health and substance use disorders
Learn about your mental health and substance use disorder (also referred to as behavioral health issues) coverage rights and how to get help.
How auto insurance works
Auto insurance is an important purchase. Understanding what your policy covers is essential to ensuring you have the necessary insurance protection if a loss occurs.
How we review health rates
We review all policies and rate requests for individual and small group plans in Washington state.
Current initiatives: What we're working on
2025 legislative priorities
Learn more about our legislative priorities for the 2025 legislative session, budget requests and our decision packages for the 2025-2027 biennium budget.
Insurers need to explain premium increases
A new rule requires all insurance companies to tell policyholders why their premiums increased.
Climate change
Climate change poses new risks to insurers and consumers alike. Insurance companies must be prepared to pay increased claims from a changing climate.
Health care cost affordability
Learn more about the recent trends in health care costs and explore the claims database.