insurance

Former Maine Insurance Superintendent Eric Cioppa Dies in Maine

May 7, 2026

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Former Maine Insurance Superintendent Eric Cioppa Dies in Maine

Story Summary

Eric Cioppa, a 33-year veteran of the Maine Bureau of Insurance and former NAIC president, died on May 1 from multiple system atrophy in China, Maine. Born in 1958, Cioppa served as superintendent from 2011 to 2022 and contributed significantly to national insurance regulation. Colleagues praised his dedication to policyholder protection, noting his legacy of steady service within the industry.

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