The Los Angeles fires have caused billions of dollars of insurance losses so far. PIWA, NESLA announce merger and expands outreach throughout Northeast. More winter weather updates for the Northeast. Gov. Kelly Ayotte inaugurated in New Hampshire. Learn more about PIA’s priorities for the 2024-25 New Jersey legislative session. New York implements it’s first in the nation PPL policy; PIANY pushes for outdated anti-arson regulations to be repealed. 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.

Polar vortex sweeps over United States, Northeast: are you and your insureds prepared? FEMA announces new grants for climate resilience. New Jersey and New York release funds for infrastructure projects. Learn more about New York’s 2025 legislative agenda. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIA wishes you a happy new year—have you had a chance to catch up on last year’s consumer content? National Flood Insurance Program is now funded until March 2025. States call for abolishment of Federal Insurance Office: New Hampshire leads the charge. New York signs legislation combatting climate change and protecting digital safety. Vermont names new acting commissioner of the Department of Financial regulation. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIA Northeast wishes you a very happy holiday season. Reuters: domestic and international carriers are interested in doing business in catastrophe prone states. The Connecticut Insurance Department holds its first public information session. The New Jersey Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau announces its relocation. Two more PIANY top-priority bills have been signed into law. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIA issues a letter to Congress requesting NFIP reauthorization—how can independent agents help? Swiss Re: extreme weather insureds costs reach $135 billion this year. The New Hampshire Insurance Department issues its 173rd annual report highlighting its efforts in Fiscal Year 2024. A new law passes in New York state that lets workers file workers’ compensation for job-related stress. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

After many years of lobbying, PIANY’s windstorm bill is finally signed into law. Northeast hit by winter weather: are you and your clients ready? Temporary outdoor dining permissions made permanent in New Jersey. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Happy Thanksgiving! PIA Northeast thanks you for your support. The United States is facing widespread drought conditions—how is it affecting the states in PIA Northeast’s footprint? A Fifth Circuit judge strikes down Biden overtime pay rule. The NHID announces changes to the regulation of consumer guaranty contracts. PIANY priority legislation: Windstorm bill called to N.Y. governor’s desk. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIA Disaster Relief Fund helps agents impacted by natural disasters. The 2024 election is over: what does that mean on the state-level for PIA Northeast? Connecticut has declared a Stage 2 drought advisory. In New Jersey, a new commissioner has been sworn in at the DOBI. Wildfire smoke impacts New York state’s air quality over weekend. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIA infrastructure series: a look at the United States’ airports. Are you keeping up with recent carrier withdrawals?—PIA Northeast can help. PIACT and CID met to strategize on boosting flood insurance uptake. Monday is Veterans Day—PIANJ offers free membership to veterans. In response to housing crisis, Vermont launches Mobile Home Infill Program. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

News PIA Halloween content for agents and insureds Happy Halloween! The spookiest day of the year is finally upon us, bringing in all manner of ghosts, ghouls and other monsters. This month, PIA Northeast’s industry experts posted Halloween-themed content on PIA...