Tag: State Corporation Commission
Business entity, UCC document images available from SCC clerk’s office website at no charge
Various business entity and UCC documents are now available electronically to the public at no charge.
SCC Bureau of Insurance names Michael Beavers deputy commissioner of agent regulation
The State Corporation Commission Bureau of Insurance has named Michael Beavers deputy commissioner of its Agent Regulation Division.
SCC sets hearing on proposed electric generating facility
The SCC will hold a hearing in Richmond on March 14, 2017 on a proposal to build an electric generating facility in Charles City County.
SCC advises former licensed insurance agents of possible data breach
The State Corporation Commission is advising former licensed insurance agents of the potential improper access to their personal data by a former contractor.
SCC approves electric generating facility in Hanover County
The State Corporation Commission has approved an application by Doswell Limited Partnership to build a 340 megawatt generating facility in Hanover County.
SCC considers revised plan to build solar generating facility in Fauquier County
The State Corporation Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed solar electric generating facility in Fauquier County.
SCC: Plan now for hurricane season
The SCC Bureau of Insurance encourages Virginians to consider their insurance options before hurricane season arrives.
SCC sets lower fuel rate for Dominion Virginia Power
The State Corporation Commission has established a lower fuel rate for Dominion Virginia Power that will be effective for usage on July 1.
Dominion Virginia Power proposes reduction in customer bills
Dominion Virginia Power customers can expect to see lower electricity bills this summer if a fuel rate proposal is approved by the SCC.
SCC cautions Virginians regarding short term, limited benefit health insurance policies
The SCC warns Virginians not to fall victim to high-pressure telemarketers selling short-term or limited benefit health insurance policies.
Columbia Gas of Virginia files to recover investments
Columbia Gas of Virginia has filed with the State Corporation Commission a request to recover investments and other costs.
SCC sets schedule to consider Anthem’s proposed purchase of Cigna
The SCC will hold a public hearing in May to consider the impact of Anthem’s proposed acquisition of Cigna and its subsidiaries.
SCC Bureau of Insurance helps with storm coverage questions
The recent storms and tornadoes throughout parts of Virginia have left many people with damaged homes, businesses or automobiles.
SCC approves reduced Aqua Virginia rate increase
The SCC has approved a reduced rate increase for Aqua Virginia, Inc. The company services multiple water and sewer systems throughout Virginia.
SCC sets hearing to consider high-voltage line between Fauquier, Albemarle
The State Corporation Commission will hold a local public hearing in April regarding an application by Dominion Virginia Power.
State Corporation Commission sets workers’ compensation premium level adjustments
The State Corporation Commission (SCC) has approved revisions to the premium levels charged for workers’ compensation insurance in Virginia.
State Corporation Commission orders Dominion Virginia Power to refund $19.7 million to customers
The State Corporation Commission has found that Dominion Virginia Power had earnings above its legal limit during 2013 and 2014 and ordered the company to refund $19.7 million to customers.
State Corporation Commission denies Remington solar facility application
The State Corporation Commission has determined that Dominion Virginia Power must seek third-party market alternatives before the SCC can grant approval of a proposed solar electric generating facility. Dominion had proposed to build the 20-megawatt facility near the town of Remington in Fauquier County.
State Corporation Commission concludes investigation of Dulles Greenway toll rates
The State Corporation Commission (SCC) has concluded an investigation of the current toll rates charged by the operator of the Dulles Greenway in Loudoun County and finds that proposed new tolls are not required to be substituted for the existing tolls.
State Corporation Commission adopts regulations regulating crowdfunding efforts in Virginia
Virginia companies have the opportunity to make crowdfunding offerings within the Commonwealth beginning July 31. The State Corporation Commission (SCC) has adopted regulations for implementing Virginia’s new crowdfunding exemption law adopted by the 2015 General Assembly.
SCC: Discuss insurance before saying ‘I do’
The State Corporation Commission’s (SCC) Bureau of Insurance reminds Virginians to review their insurance coverage before they say ‘I do.’
SCC enhances search options for life, health insurance rate and form filings
The State Corporation Commission’s (SCC) Bureau of Insurance has made it easier than ever for individuals to search for insurance policy forms and rate filings submitted by life and health insurance companies doing business in Virginia.
SCC seeks comments on report prepared by Bureau of Insurance regarding GHMSI surplus
The State Corporation Commission (SCC) is seeking comments on a recent report prepared by the Bureau of Insurance that studied the impact on Virginia residents of the distribution of the excess surplus of Group Hospitalization and Medical Services Inc. (GHMSI), a Care First Inc. subsidiary.
State Corporation Commission encourages greater awareness about broker-dealer fees
The State Corporation Commission (SCC) encourages Virginia investors to make sure they understand all of the fees charged by broker-dealer firms for services and maintenance of investment accounts.
SCC reminds Virginians of insurance implications of distracted driving
Taking your eyes off the road when driving, even for a moment, can result in injury, property damage, and even death. It can also put a dent in your auto insurance if you get a ticket or cause an accident.
SCC approves revised rules regarding long-term care insurance
The State Corporation Commission (SCC) has revised the rules governing long-term care insurance. Effective September 1, 2015, the rule revisions strive to protect consumers and place heightened scrutiny on long-term care insurers seeking to raise premium rates.
State Corporation Commission approves electric rate adjustments for Dominion Virginia Power
The State Corporation Commission (SCC) has issued orders in five cases involving rate reviews and changes requested by Dominion Virginia Power.
SCC offers National Consumer Protection Week reminders
In conjunction with the 17th annual National Consumer Protection Week March 1-7, the State Corporation Commission (SCC) reminds Virginians that it stands ready throughout the year to answer inquiries, handle complaints, and provide information and assistance regarding those industry sectors over which it has regulatory responsibility.
First Bank receives approval for acquisition of six branches
First National Corporation announced this week that First Bank has received regulatory approval from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond and the Bureau of Financial Institutions, a regulatory division of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, to acquire six branches in the Shenandoah Valley and central Virginia from Bank of America.
SCC approves Dulles Greenway toll increase
The State Corporation Commission (SCC) has approved a 2.8 percent increase in the tolls charged for traveling the Dulles Greenway, a 14-mile roadway that runs between Washington Dulles International Airport and Leesburg.
SCC to review plan for solar generating facility in Fauquier County
The State Corporation Commission (SCC) will hold a public hearing in July regarding an application by Dominion Virginia Power to build and operate a 20 megawatt utility-scale solar electric generating facility near Remington in Fauquier County.
SCC encourages Virginians to talk to financial professionals about cyber security
With organized cyber-attacks against financial institutions on the rise, the State Corporation Commission (SCC) reminds investors of the importance of protecting the personal information they share with financial professionals.
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