Controversy Surrounding California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara's Taxpayer-Funded Travel

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has been criticized for extensive taxpayer-funded travel, including international trips without clear work purposes. He missed important state hearings while attending conferences in Bermuda, Washington, D.C., Florida, and Paris. Lara has faced backlash for insurance companies leaving the state and home insurance policy cancellations due to his refusal to allow rate increases.

State Farm's Response to California State Insurance Commissioner's Recommendation

State Farm is not honoring California State Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara's recommendation to pay 100% of personal property coverage to fire victims without requiring them to itemize their belongings. State Farm is only offering up to 50% upfront without a comprehensive inventory list.