Security flaws at state insurance websites
Federal investigators found significant cybersecurity weaknesses in the health insurance websites of California, Kentucky and Vermont that could enable hackers to get their hands on sensitive personal information about hundreds of thousands of people. Ref. Source 9y.
Brown to seek health insurance for undocumented
Gov. Jerry Brown yesterday signed a bill asking for federal permission for undocumented immigrants to buy insurance plans through Covered California. Proponents argue that offering access to healthcare is cost-effective and humane. Ref. Source 3n.
State investigating Wells Fargo insurance sales
The Wells Fargo scandal widened to include the sale of Prudential insurance policies in branches yesterday as California's insurance commissioner said he planned to launch an investigation. Prudential suspended sales through the branches. Ref. Source 9f.