The California Department of Insurance (the “CDI”) has issued a notice establishing deadlines for all applications seeking approval by 2010 year-end. Corporate applications must be received by September 17, 2010. Holding company applications must be received by October 29, 2010. All applications seeking year-end approval should be complete when submitted, contain a duplicate copy, and be accompanied by a cover letter requesting expedited review with an explanation as to why expedited review is necessary.