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flag California Insurance Commissioner's travel funded by industry fees, not taxes; security provided by CHP at $260K annual cost.

flag The California Department of Insurance clarified that Commissioner Ricardo Lara’s official travel is funded by insurance industry fees, not taxpayer money, with NAIC events covered by a $150,000 annual CDI contribution. flag Lara paid for personal days on trips, including a 2024 South Africa visit where he was present for 11 days, not 17. flag Security during travel is provided by the California Highway Patrol under a $260,000 annual contract, covering all protection without extra costs. flag The CDI admitted incomplete records and unreported trips, but confirmed security needs are based on CHP threat assessments.

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