News
PIA Northeast is thankful for your support
As we prepare for Thanksgiving, and consider what we are grateful for, PIA Northeast is thankful for you–our members. Together, we make the insurance industry better. Whether you joined us this year, or whether you’ve been a member for decades—thank you for your continued support. Happy Thanksgiving. We wish you and your loved ones a happy and safe holiday season. The PIA Northeast office is closed next Thursday and Friday to observe the Thanksgiving holiday. It will reopen Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. The Weekly Dispatch will resume on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025.
NFIP extends after the government shut down resolved
Last week, on Nov. 12, 2025, the House of Representatives passed a continuing resolution to fund most of the federal government—including the National Flood Insurance Program—until Friday, Jan. 30, 2026. The extension, which is retroactive to Oct. 1, 2025, marks the NFIP’s 34th short-term extension since the last five-year reauthorization expired in 2017. NFIP’s Bulletin W-24020 provides information for insurance agents on what to do with claims received during the period the NFIP lapsed. Agents should refer to the bulletin for full reauthorization guidance. PIA has long advocated for a long-term reauthorization of the NFIP.
November consumer content round-up
Have you had the chance to review November’s consumer content offered by PIA Northeast? Our consumer content provides an excellent conversation starter when it comes to introducing different types of insurance or business practices to your clients. Last month, your association published the following articles on PIA Northeast News & Media: Frozen pipes, ice dams, and liability claims: Ensure homes are covered for winter’s risks, Holiday havoc: Thanksgiving insurance risks and Help clients weather the winter: A road safety guide for agents.
Advocacy
PIANY testifies on residential property insurance
The New York state Senate held a joint hearing on Nov. 18, 2025, to address the rising cost and the shrinking availability of residential property insurance. This issue is a growing concern for homeowners and insurance professionals. The hearing brought together stakeholders to examine the challenges facing New York’s property insurance market and to explore potential legislative solutions: Bradford J. Lachut, Esq., director of government & industry affairs, represented PIANY and provided testimony on behalf of independent agents and brokers across the state.
Technical
How do you help people who help people? Insurance and nonprofits
As any insurance agent knows, risk is inherent in every activity—including acts of charity. Volunteer officers and directors of nonprofit organizations are just as vulnerable to lawsuits as those of for-profit corporations. As an insurance producer, how would you navigate a nonprofit’s insurance needs? For more information, PIA Northeast members can access Protection for good guys in the PIA QuickSource library.
Educating insurance agents
Quality education. PIA Northeast offers CE-approved designation programs. Find out more, and see the upcoming schedules, for the CIC, CISR, CPIA, CRM, CPRM and TRA designations.
Take your credibility to new heights with the Trusted Risk Advisor Program
PIA is proud to administer the Trusted Risk Advisor Program from Beyond Insurance. This program gives agents and brokers an enterprise risk management skill-set through a logical, disciplined and results-oriented approach framework. This course comprises of four online courses, which range from 30-45 minutes per day—and, after four months, you will have earned your Trusted Risk Advisor designation, gaining knowledge and credibility to bolster your position in the insurance industry. Don’t wait: learn more about the program today.
Conn./N.J./N.Y.: Final three general education courses for 2025
PIA Northeast is offering its final three general education courses for 2025: NY CE Insurance Law-Addressing Three Topics in One Session; Flood Insurance Licensing and Sale Through NFIP; and Oops! I Did It Again … Errors & Omissions Claims^AZ^UN. The first two classes will be held Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, and taught by Mishell K. Magnusson, CIC, CISR, CPIA, AAI, FIPC. NY CE Insurance Law-Addressing Three Topics in One Session has been submitted for CE approval in New York. Flood Insurance Licensing and Sale Through NFIP has been approved for CE credits in Connecticut (1 PC) and New Jersey (1 GEN); it is awaiting CE approval in New York. The final course, Oops! I Did it Again … Errors & Omissions Claims^AZ^UN will be held Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, and taught by Steven D. Lyon, CPCU, CIC, CRM, CRIS, AAI, ARM, AIS, MLIS, AFIS. It has been approved for CE credits in Connecticut (3 PC) and New Jersey (3 GEN); it is awaiting CE approval in New York. ^AZ^UN–This course has been approved for E&O loss prevention credit by Allianz and Utica National.
Events
PIANY president at various industry events, stresses the value of working with others in the industry
Over the past two months, PIANY President Jason Bartow, AAI, CPIA, TRA, had the opportunity to attend a series of events and meetings that truly showcase the breadth, diversity and strength of the insurance industry. These events include: the National African American Insurance Association Diversity and Inclusion Summit; the Latin Agents & Brokers Salsa and Scholarship Event; the Insurance Business Women in Insurance Summit; City & State Forum on the Crisis of Auto Insurance Premiums; the New York State Insurance Fund Producer Advisory Council; and the IBANY Fall Reception.
Join NJYIP for its Ugly Sweater Party
It’s time to dust off your favorite ugly holiday sweater and join NJYIP for its Ugly Sweater Party on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, at the Horseshoe Tavern in Morristown, N.J. Join us for a cozy winter gathering where you can catch up with your colleagues across the insurance industry. You’ll get to enjoy an open bar, appetizers and light dinner, with music provided by DJ Ray Sikora. Also, get ready for some friendly competition with another set of ugly sweater contests and prizes! This year, we also will honor the NJYIP of the Year, Josh McManigal of the LG Insurance Group. Register for the Ugly Sweater Party today!
Enjoy the holidays with NY-YIP and IPALI
Join NY-YIP and the Insurance Professionals Association of Long Island for a joint Holiday Party on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, at Jackie Reilly’s Bar & Grill in Bethpage, N.Y. This party will feature an ugly sweater contest, music, a buffet and open bar, raffle gifts and more! This event also will collect for annual toy and gift card charity drives to help those in need for the holidays. Don’t miss out on an evening of holiday cheer: register today!
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Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025: NJYIP Holiday Reception
Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025: IPALI x NY-YIP Holiday Party
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026: CTYIP Holiday Social
Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026: NY-YIP MetroRAP Welcome Reception
Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026: PIANY MetroRAP —Interested in sponsoring, exhibiting or advertising?
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March 19-20, 2026: Connecticut Convention
