Kansas has adopted updates to the annuity suitability standard, also known as the best interest standard. KAR 40-1-53 mirrors the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Suitability in Annuity Transactions Model Regulation #275, which was adopted in 2020. This regulation requires insurance producers to act in the best interest of their clients when engaging in the sales of annuity products. This regulation builds off of KAR 40-2-14a, which is the current annuity suitability standard in Kansas.

On January 1, 2024, KAR 40-1-53** **will become effective and will be the new standard for producers. Information on producer licensing can be found on the state's Producer Licensing Application and Requirements page.

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