Safety

Celebrating holidays during COVID

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This holiday season will likely look different for many families. We pulled some resources and ideas for you and your family to get creative--whether having small, safe gatherings or virtual gatherings. 

In-Person/Hybrid Ideas & Resources: 

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving Safely This Year (Today Show)

Episode 26: The Rundown

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Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on our pressing consumer, policyholder, patient, and worker safety priorities as we approach the next legislative session.

Groups Call on Governor Abbott to Put Consumers First

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Today, three leading consumer groups -- the Consumer Federation of AmericaTexas Watch, and TexPIRG -- sent a letter to Governor Abbott, asking him to appoint a new insurance commissioner who will put consumers first. This decision is even more critical during the pandemic when so many households are hurting financially. 

Press Release: New Data Suggests Coronavirus Windfall for Texas Auto Insurance Companies

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AUSTIN, Texas — Six leading consumer advocacy groups joined together today, calling on the Texas Department of Insurance to take action to ensure Texas families are not charged excessive automobile insurance during the COVID-19 crisis. 

Texas Watch Requests Review and Reduction in Auto Rates During COVID-19 Pandemic

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With reduced driving due to the COVID-19 pandemic, auto insurance carriers are experiencing lower losses, which should translate into lower rates for policyholders.

Avoiding Scams & Price Gouging Resources

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Texas Watch and the Texas Watch Foundation are committed to helping consumers navigate these difficult times. It is important that we all stay home and stay safe. To help you do so, we have compiled resources for avoiding scams and price gouging. For more resources, please see www.texaswatch.org/covid19. 

Scams to be aware of: 

Wearing a Mask Resources

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Texas Watch and the Texas Watch Foundation are committed to helping consumers navigate these difficult times. It is important that we all stay home and stay safe. To help you do so, we have compiled resources for making masks at home. For more resources, please see www.texaswatch.org/covid19.