On Wednesday, October 21, @NJDOBI hosted its first mobile outreach initiative alongside @brianstacknj 's office, @NJDHS and @ConsumerNJ! Constituents were able to ask questions and get help on a variety of banking, real estate, and insurance issues.
Did you know homeowners’ insurance doesn’t cover flood damage? Protect the life you’ve built with flood insurance. It takes only minutes to get a quote. Check your risk and buy a policy on floodsmart.gov/policy-quote.
Acting Commissioner Ochs testified before the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee about how H.R. 1 has brought significant changes to the health insurance landscape, making coverage more expensive and plans harder to navigate for many New Jerseyans.
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Today, Health Commissioner Dr. Raynard Washington joined @NJDHS @CmrChaNJ and @NJDOBI Acting Commissioner Ochs to testify before the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee on how H.R. 1 will affect NJ.
Need low-cost care? nj.gov/health/findcare.
#HealthierNJ
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.@CmrChaNJ testifies before a Senate panel on protecting access amid federal Medicaid and SNAP cuts:
"Behind every eligibility determination is a person or a family. Behind every funding reduction are consequences for providers and communities."
More: bit.ly/4zNm7Oj
Earlier this week, Acting Commissioner Susan Ochs spoke at the New Jersey Special Investigators Association's 28th Insurance Fraud Summit, highlighting the Department's commitment to collaborating with members of the industry and protecting consumers to combat insurance fraud.
New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance announced a significant enforcement action today against Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO), driving the return of over $10.5 million in wrongfully-charged premium back to New Jersey policyholders. nj.gov/dobi/pressreleases/pr…

ALT On October 20, 2026, Acting Commissioner Susan Ochs said "Consumer protection is at the heart of our mission here at the Department of Banking and Insurance, and we will continue to work aggressively to end bad business practices that are harming New Jersey consumers. This penalty settlement and the corresponding refunds to policyholders demonstrate our commitment to fostering the trusted, accountable, healthy marketplace that will best serve New Jerseyans."
Thank you to @senatortesta and Assemblyman Erik Simonsen for the tour of Cape May communities. NJDOBI looks forward to our continued collaboration in supporting local constituents.
Yesterday, Assemblyman Erik Simonsen and I met @NJDOBI Commissioner Susan Ochs and her staff to address ongoing challenges facing residents of Cape May County communities who are struggling to obtain property and homeowners insurance. 🧵
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We met with @NJDOBI Commissioner Ochs and consumer protection advocates to hear about the financial challenges facing New Jersey families.
Stronger consumer protection is built on collaboration. Looking forward to working together to make life more affordable for NJ residents.
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¿Tuvo un cambio importante en su vida? Podría calificar para un período de inscripción especial de #GetCoveredNJ. Pasen por Seaside Park, NJ el viernes para encontrar un plan de seguro médico de calidad que se adapte a su vida. Vea si es elegible: GetCovered.NJ.gov
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Major life event? You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period through #GetCoveredNJ. Stop by Seaside Park Farmers Market on Friday, Sept. 4 where Navigators will be available to help you find a quality health plan that fits your life. See if you qualify or visit us online at GetCovered.NJ.gov.
Did you know?
Anywhere that it rains it can flood. Just one inch of flood water can cause more than $25,000 in damage. Learn more about protecting your home from floods.
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Flood Safety Week is here! Do you know your flood risk?
With future storms in mind, DEP launched the “Know Your Flood Risk” tool to help New Jersey residents understand their risk and prepare. The easy-to-use resource combines FEMA flood maps with updated climate data from DEP and Rutgers to show how flooding could affect your area today and in the future.
You can also find information on weather and emergency alerts, New Jersey’s real estate disclosure requirements, DEP Blue Acres buyouts, and learn which communities across the state are facing the greatest flood risks.
👉Know your risk and ensure you’re prepared: dep.nj.gov/floodrisktool
#FloodSafetyWeek #ReadyNJ
Homeowners should assess whether to purchase flood insurance in advance of storms. A flood insurance policy can be purchased from the National Flood Insurance Program or from an insurance company offering private flood insurance. Learn more:
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