The Washington state Office of the Insurance Commissioner, led by Commissioner Patty Kuderer, protects insurance consumers. It also oversees the insurance industry, ensuring that companies follow the rules and Washington consumers get what they pay for. We also answer questions and investigate problems for more than 100,000 people a year, and maintain a statewide network of volunteers to advise consumers on health-coverage issues.Commissioner Kuderer is Washington’s ninth insurance commissioner. A former member of the Washington State Senate, she was newly elected and sworn in as the insurance commissioner in January, 2025. She assumes the role after 24 years of the prior administration.