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For CO, IL, IN, and VT Agents
Dimensions Rate Adjustment
Effective - 3/18/08
LOB - Auto
Based on analysis of our experience and exposure in your state, we are pleased to reduce our rates for customers in specific rating tiers for which we can be more competitive. Find more detailed information in each state specific Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For NH Agents
Personal Auto Market Conduct Reminders
Effective - Immediately
LOB - Auto
The Hartford is committed to keeping you up-to-date on auto insurance requirements affecting your policyholders. Find more detailed information in the New Hampshire Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For OH and WI Agents
Dimensions Rate Adjustment
Effective - 4/1/08
LOB - Auto
Based on analysis of our experience and exposure in your state, we are pleased to reduce our rates for customers in specific rating tiers for which we can be more competitive. Find more detailed information in each state Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For OK Agents
Dimensions Rate Adjustment
Effective - 4/1/08
LOB - Auto
We are pleased to reduce our rates in a variety of areas based on analysis of our experience and exposure in your state. Find more detailed information in the Oklahoma Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For TX Agents
New Financial Responsibility Limits
Effective - 4/1/08
LOB - Auto
A law was passed by the Texas Legislature that increases the Financial Responsibility Limits for Bodily Injury (BI) and Property Damage (PD) Liability Coverage for New Business and Renewals. Find more detailed information in the Texas Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For All Agents
Undisclosed Operator Initiative Revision
Effective - Immediately
LOB - Auto
The Hartford's Personal Lines Underwriting has initiated an ongoing monitoring program that allows us to identify recently licensed drivers within an insured household. Find more detailed information in each state specific Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

Homeowners

For CA Agents
Rate Changes
Effective - 5/1/08
LOB - Homeowners
We’re introducing changes in our homeowners program that will enable you to close more account business with your customers and The Hartford. Find more detailed information in the California Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For FL Agents
Homeowners and Dwelling Fire Non-Renewal Update
Effective - Immediately
LOB - Homeowners
Beginning with policies expiring August 30, 2008, and later, The Hartford will implement its previously announced plans to non-renew all Florida Homeowners and Dwelling Fire policies written through our network of independent agents. Find more detailed information in the Florida Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For IL, IN, KS, MN, MO and OH Agents
New Business Homeowners Inspection Program Pilot
Effective - 3/1/08
LOB - Homeowners
The Hartford’s Personal Lines Underwriting will pilot a home inspection program for all Homeowners new business issued in these states. This will ensure that our valued policyholders’ property is appropriately protected in the event of a covered loss. Find more detailed information in each state specific Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For IN, KY and WY Agents
Dimensions Rate Adjustments
Effective - 4/1/08
LOB - Homeowners
Based on analysis of our experience and exposure, we are making targeted adjustments to our Dimensions homeowners plan. Find more detailed information in each state specific Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For NC Agents
Signature Required for Wind/Hail Exclusion Endorsement
Effective - Immediately
LOB - Homeowners
The North Carolina Rating Bureau requires applicants in designated counties to sign the Acknowledgement of No Coverage for Windstorm or Hail Form (CPF 199) prior to purchasing a new Homeowners policy. Find more detailed information in the North Carolina Producer Bulletin on the EBC.

For OK Agents
Special Provisions and RCV Roof Coverage Revised
Effective - 4/1/08
LOB - Homeowners
We continue to address your concerns and look for ways to provide you with the best products and services in the industry to give you an edge in the marketplace and make it easier for you to grow your business. That’s why we’re making changes to our Dimensions Homeowners Program. Find more detailed information in the Oklahoma Producer Bulletin on the EBC.