Note 19 - Dividend Restrictions (Details Textual) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Threshold Dividend or Distribution without Approval of Oregon and California Insurance Commissioners	$ 96.0
Palomar Specialty Reinsurance Company Bermuda Ltd [Member]
Dividends And Return On Capital Receivable	$ 4.1

The amount of maximum dividend or distribution that may be made without the prior approval of Oregon and California Insurance Commissioners.

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