MEDIA ADVISORY: Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance to host media tra…

WHO: Angela Nelson, Director, Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI)

WHAT: An educational opportunity for members of the media who cover health insurance issues, severe weather and other insurance-related topics. Director Nelson will provide a training session to help journalists understand intricate details about homeowners, auto and health insurance. The session will cover background information relevant to potential topics before legislators during the upcoming 2026 legislative session and explore matters such as where Missourians obtain health coverage, when insurance companies can cancel policies, whether there is such a thing as "full coverage," and more trending topics.

WHY: This training is designed to help those reporting on insurance and severe weather issues become more knowledgeable about the concepts involved, enabling clearer and more comprehensive reporting for readers and viewers.

WHEN: Monday, January 12, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

WHERE: Harry S Truman State Office Building, Room HST 500 (in-person attendees), 301 W. High Street, Jefferson City, MO, or Teams Event (virtual attendees).

RSVP: Please RSVP to [email protected] with the names and email addresses of those wishing to attend and whether you will be in-person or virtual attendees.

NOTE TO MEDIA: This event is a learning opportunity and a background briefing. Director Nelson will not be available for individual interviews on specific topics during this time. To schedule an interview with Director Nelson or another DCI representative on a particular issue, please contact the Communications Director separately.

CONTACT: Lori Croy, DCI Communications Director | [email protected] | (573) 751-2562