The Bureau of Insurance has the authority to examine a licensee's books and records to determine if unfair trade practices have been violated. This regulatory body ensures compliance with state insurance laws and regulations, and it has the power to investigate potential violations within the industry. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) provides model laws but does not have regulatory power over individual insurers.
[Reference: Virginia Life, Annuities, and Health Insurance Code, Section 38.2-1832 (Regulatory Authority of the Bureau of Insurance), , , ]
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