New Jersey’s governor signs legislation to protect workers and employers from misclassifications, and PIA has resources to help you classify your employees properly. New Hampshire’s legislators took action on a number of issues, including: unfair insurance practices; the residency requirement; the Paycheck Protection Program; and a number of employee/employer issues (unused vacation time; minimum wage; interest and dividends tax; and business taxes). And, FEMA offers a guide to Risk Rating 2.0 for independent agents. Plus, you can read about state-specific, industry-related news, advocacy updates and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

A law firm is alleging that insurance agencies’ websites are not Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant—Is your website in compliance? PIA has asked for more funding for flood-risk mapping. And, the New York State Department of Financial Services has released new guidance to prevent ransomware attacks. Plus, you can read about state-specific, industry-related news, advocacy updates and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is offering agent-training sessions for Risk Rating 2.0 this July and August. PIA has objected Congress’ attempts to reduce or repeal passthrough tax deductions. And, legislation to standardize the definition of hurricanes in HO policies is PIANY’s top priority. Plus, you can read about state-specific, industry-related news, advocacy updates, technical resources and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

The definition of independent contractor could be narrowed—and PIA disapproves. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Risk Rating 2.0 was discussed at the second hearing for the National Flood Insurance Program. And, PIANY has published a video about how to comply with the NY HERO Act. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry-related news, advocacy updates, technical resources and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

The Biden administration has given the Federal Insurance Office more responsibilities, against PIA’s advocacy for the FIO’s repeal. PIANJ-priority step-down legislation has been introduced in the state Assembly. And, recreational, adult-use cannabis has been legalized in Connecticut. Plus, you can read more about state-specific industry news, legislative updates, technical resources, educational opportunities and event highlights in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIANJ-priority ‘step-down’ legislation has been introduced in the state Senate. PIANY-supported, electronic-delivery legislation has passed the state Senate and state Assembly. And, the Connecticut Legislature has voted to legalize recreational, adult-use cannabis. Plus, you can read about more state-specific industry news, legislative updates, technical resources and event highlights in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Register for Virtual Conference 2021 by tomorrow if you want to earn 13 continuing-education credits in just four days. It’s hurricane season—and the Northeast ought to be prepared. Plus, read about more state-specific, industry-related news, advocacy updates and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIANY has alerted the New York State Department of Financial Services that policyholders are receiving fraudulent notices of new auto insurance policies. The WC Second Injury Fund assessment remains stable in Connecticut. And, the Insurance Services Office Inc. announces its 2022 HO Program, which is proposed to be effective March 1, 2022. Plus, you can read more state-specific industry-related news, compliance notices, advocacy updates and technical resources, education and event highlights in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Register for Virtual Conference 2021 by tomorrow to access delicious add-ons to your conference package. Help a charity in Connecticut, New Jersey or New York receive a grant through the IICF. Read about PIA Northeast’s participation in PIA’s Virtual Advocacy Day with federal legislators. And, read about the U.S. DOL’s decision not to revise the definition of an independent contractor. Plus, you can read state-specific industry-related news, advocacy updates and technical resources in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Register for Virtual Conference 2021 to earn 13 continuing-education credits. It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week—Is your agency prepared for this season? Find out how you can learn more about business income insurance and the pandemic. Plus, read about state-specific insurance news, advocacy updates and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.