The 2023-24 legislative session has officially come to a close in New York state. True to form, the Legislature worked tirelessly, passing hundreds of bills on the last day of the session. During the session, PIANY was committed to supporting measures that would...
In a significant legislative achievement, the New York state Senate has passed S.4199, which would establish a standardized definition of windstorm for homeowners insurance policies. This bill was the top legislative priority for PIANY for the 2024 session. The...
When it comes to navigating the streets, electric scooters, or LSESs, are as trendy as they are tricky. As the popularity of LSES and their presence on the roadways increases, it became all but certain that questions about insurance coverage would arise. For example,...
After the New York state Legislature passed the Grieving Families Act in two consecutive sessions in 2022 and 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed the legislation both times. Now, this bipartisan bill may be making a renewed push at the end of the 2024 legislative session....
Recently, the Vermont Legislature passed a significant piece of legislation to enhance transparency in real estate transactions and rental agreements concerning flood risk. The measure, which is part of a larger piece of legislation (H.687), would mandate that...
Over two months ago, PIA Northeast welcomed back Mary Anne Cecchetto as the new director of membership. Cecchetto has nearly 38 years of experience in the insurance industry, serving as a sales & retention representative for 14 years and 13 years as a membership...
PIANY’s top-priority photo inspection law (A.3172-A/S.5889) went into effect on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. This legislation makes important changes to New York state's antiquated photo inspection system. The law allows insurance carriers to submit a waiver to...
As S.B.462 is set to be considered by the House for a vote this Thursday, it’s important for association members to recognize its potential impact on our industry. The bill, which emerged from the House Judiciary Committee with a 11-9 recommendation to pass without...
It is National Hurricane Preparedness Week (May 5-11, 2024) and with the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season set to be “very active,” now is the time to make sure you and your insureds are prepared for the next few months. Also, be sure to keep in mind what PIA...
In a move poised to transform the labor landscape across the United States, the Federal Trade Commission has introduced a final rule that bans the use of noncompete agreements nationwide. This sweeping regulation—expected to significantly impact both employers and...