Today, my office announced a settlement with the National Better Living Association and several of its affiliated companies. Together, those companies will settle more than $170,000 in medical debt that Montana victims racked up under the Association's policies. Our release sums up the case pretty well.

Today, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, an organization made of insurance regulators from every state, elected me to their leadership team. Personally, it's a tremendous honor to have the faith and confidence of my counterparts across the country, but more importantly, I'm excited about what this will mean for Montana. I look forward to representing Montana's values on the national stage and helping guide the NAIC on decisions that impact our lives. You can read our news release on the election by clicking here.

The Medicare enrollment period is upon us again, and this year it ends early. In years past, Medicare recipients had until the end of the year to make decisions about Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage. This year, however, enrollment ends on December 7. If you've ever wondered if you're getting the best deal on your Medicare supplemental insurance, check out our Rate Comparison Guide. If you're new to Medicare, check out our Consumer's Guide to Medicare Supplement Insurance. As always, our expert staff is ready and willing answer any questions you may have. Give us a call at (800) 332-6148 or (406) 444-2040.

On Monday, October 3, we premiered our new documentary about investment fraud in Montana at the Myrna Loy Theater in Helena. More than 200 people came to watch Gold Diggers: Investment Fraud in the Treasure State, including the film's fantastic narrator, award-winning actor Bill Pullman. We'll be touring across Montana with the movie between October 10 and October 13, screening the film in Missoula, Belgrade, Dillon, Butte and Helena. Each screening is free and open to the public, and we'll even provide a free meal paid for with a grant from the Investor Protection Trust. Read our release about the premiere and go to our Gold Diggers page to learn more about the movie and RSVP for a screening near you.

Good news for Montana consumers: last month, my office settled over 100 insurance complaints and got $700,000 in insurance claims paid to consumers. From hundred-dollar fender benders to hundred-thousand-dollar life insurance policies, our excellent staff tackled it all in July, and that makes a big difference for insurance consumers in Montana. Read our release and check out our new, online complaint form that you can use anytime you think your insurance company is giving you a raw deal.