AM Best reports that casualty reinsurance capacity is plentiful—but future availability is uncertain. Last chance to register at a discount for PIACT’s Annual Convention. Gov. Phil Murphy delivers 2026 budget for New Jersey. New York introduces new bills—that would address the E&S marketplace and the state’s Workers’ Compensation Law—with PIANY backing. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIACT to track several bills that focus on auto and home insurance, and policyholder protections and consumer rights. The NHID issues bulletins as reminders of the department’s stance on department inquires and aerial imagery in underwriting, respectively. New Jersey bill could lower auto rates, increase transparency. Newly introduced bills in New York state would address predatory litigation financing; fire insurance for e-bike batteries; real-time auto insurance verification at the DMV; and HR policies and procedures. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.