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Registration for Louisiana FORTIFIED roof grant lottery begins today
2+ hour ago (251+ words) Registration for a new round of fortified roof grants opens today. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says it opens at eight this morning. "It runs through June 19th, 5 p. m. , so people will have over two weeks to go and create a profile to…...
Insurance providers encourage homeowners in Louisiana to obtain FORTIFIED roof endorsements prior to 2026 hurricane season
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (171+ words) Homeowners could save essentially 50-55% if they're in a certain region, the South, and they've gotten the highest designation on their home that they can," Swanson explained. Swanson says even if your roof doesn't rise to the level of basic fortification,…...
New data from Louisiana Department of Insurance shows positive movement in state's insurance market
3+ mon, 5+ day ago (236+ words) New data released by the Louisiana Department of Insurance shows private auto insurance rates declined on average nearly 6% in 2025, while homeowners" insurance rates rose slightly. Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says the decrease in auto premiums is due to a reduction…...
Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple supports establishing a property insurance discount for homeowners with fortified roofs
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (267+ words) Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple says his department is working to establish a benchmark range on the discount a homeowner should receive on their property insurance for having a fortified roof. Temple says these benchmarks are being thoughtfully developed to help…...