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Insurance Commissioner in the media
Follow links to current reporting on Washington insurance decisions and consumer issues.
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Articles, sourced updates, and clear context on Washington coverage, policies, and premium changes.
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Washington 2027 coverage costs in the press
A regional public-media report explains the approved 2027 average rate change and how it affects people buying individual coverage.
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2027 Exchange rate decision
Washington’s Insurance Commissioner approved an average 22.2% rate increase for 2027 Exchange health plans on September 9, 2026. Individual plan changes vary; check your plan and any available assistance.
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2027 individual-market rate requests
Insurers requested an average 22.4% change in May 2026. This request was followed by the September approval decision; use the newer decision for current approved averages.