New report: Half of breached organizations unwilling to increase security spending despite soaring breach costs. No easy fix on the horizon for M&A and talent challenges. New law in New Hampshire introduces comprehensive pet insurance regulations for consumers. And, revised workers’ compensation loss costs take effect in New York state on Oct. 1, 2023. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, technical resources, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Extreme weather continues to affect where insurers write business. PIA calls for agents to support Cannabis Safe Harbor, and Main Street Tax Certainty Act bills. Connecticut issues warning about potential identify theft incident. New Jersey submits request for FEMA major disaster declaration. And, Vermont issues warning about flood-related insurance scams, and adds two counties to disaster declaration. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, education opportunities and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIA Northeast needs your input to gauge how current market conditions are affecting professional insurance agents. Take a moment to participate in PIA’s 2023 Market Trends Survey. Usage-based insurance market still struggling to find its footing. Major disaster declarations declared in Connecticut, Vermont and New York. And, evidence of worker exploitation stops work at 110 job sites in New Jersey. Plus, you can read more state-specific industry news, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

An ‘above-average’ Atlantic hurricane session now is predicted—PIA has resources to help you prepare. PIACT legislative success—changes coming to the nonadmitted market process this October. In New Jersey, Caride to depart DOBI, Zimmerman named acting commissioner. PIANY leadership meets with industry and legislative leaders, lays the groundwork for the 2024 legislative session. And, an emergency declaration has been issued for Vermont after all the flooding. 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.

Talking to your clients about how their policy can protect their business as wildfires become more common across the U.S. The NFIP Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2023 has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. New report: U.S. insurers were hit hardest by inflation. PIACT top legislative priority—nonadmitted market process—passes state Legislature. And, Connecticut, New Jersey and New York approve funds to improve water and sewer infrastructure, and may reduce flooding. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIANJ efforts to advocate for insurance producers and their CE requirements pay off, the demand for cyberinsurance skyrockets, this Lightning Safety Awareness week make sure your clients are covered, and New York state lawmakers pass the Grieving Families Act … again. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

The industry struggles to keep up with the increasing frequency of extreme weather. PIANY priority “bait and switch” bill passed by New York state Senate. Annual Conference host by PIANJ and PIANY was hopping—check out the event including photos. And, NJYIP Fun Run raises over $80,000 for Special Olympics. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Professional insurance agents must adapt to the changing expectations of modern consumers to remain competitive in today’s insurance landscape. PIA asks U.S. DOL to abandon, postpone changes to overtime rule. PIANJ elects officers, directors, presents awards at Annual Conference. PIANY leadership discusses association’s legislative agenda at Albany Lobby Day. And, progress is made on Vermont’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance Plan implementation. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, accolades, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Hurricane season starts today: ‘Near-normal’ hurricane season predicted. PIA Northeast members meet with their legislators in Washington, D.C., to discuss federal-level insurance issues. Connecticut’s minimum wage is scheduled to increase to $15/hour today. And, the deadline to renew corporate licenses in New York state is approaching, PIA has classes that qualify for the CE credits you may need. 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-supported FIO repeal bill introduced in U.S. Senate. IIHS, Consumer Reports update teen vehicle recommendations for 2023. NHID Commissioner Christopher Nicolopoulos to step down. Hyundai and Kia settle class-action lawsuits. In New Jersey, a federal court puts a hold on insurance mandate to carry firearms. And, PIANY-priority ‘bait and switch’ bill reported out of state Senate Insurance Committee. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.