Steve Hilton criticized Xavier Becerra for his promise to declare a state of emergency regarding homeowner's insurance rates, stating, 'We can't have a governor who doesn't understand how the government works.' Becerra quickly countered, asserting his legal expertise and dismissing Hilton's claims.
The company is recommending an average 2.6% statewide rate decrease for personal lines accounts beginning on June 1. Personal lines accounts include multi-peril and dwelling/fire coverage of owner-occupied single-family homes, condo units, and mobile homes. It also includes wind-only hurricane coverage. Across the state, a projected 463,096 policyholders would save an average premium savings of $359 compared to 2025. The company projects that 228,961 personal lines policyholders in South Florida's tricounty region would see rates decreased by more than 11%.
