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Action requiredNew York DFSNYOct 21, 2026

Final Adoption of Insurance Regulation 168 - Confidentiality Protocols

New York DFS adopted a regulation to establish confidentiality protocols for victims of domestic violence and endangered individuals within the insurance sector.

New York DFS adopted a regulation to establish confidentiality protocols for victims of domestic violence and endangered individuals within the insurance sector.

What changed

This regulation aims to enhance protections for vulnerable individuals within insurance practices.

Compliance perspective

Insurers must update their protocols and training in line with the newly established confidentiality standards.

Key date

Effective date: October 7, 2026.

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