Hurricane season begins June 1—you should prepare your agency and clients now. Do you sell or are you planning to sell life insurance? The COVID-19 pandemic has boosted interest in life insurance—and a recent study has shown that there are many misconceptions that consumers have about buying it. Plus, read about state-specific, business-related news, advocacy updates and technical developments in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
National Volunteer Week is April 18-24—PIA thanks its dedicated members and volunteers. Help a charity in Connecticut, New Jersey or New York receive a grant through the IICF. There are big changes coming to the NFIP rating plan. Plus, read state-specific insurance and advocacy news, and receive technical updates in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Independent agents’ employment status could be jeopardized with new federal legislation. PIA supports the extension of the PPP. Sign up for a YIP insurance game night and test your industry knowledge. And, read about state-specific insurance news and advocacy in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Legislation has been reintroduced into Congress, which would provide protection for those engaging in insurance-related transactions associated with cannabis businesses. An order of liquidation has been issued for Bedivere Insurance Co. Plus, read about the latest state-specific legislative updates and technical developments in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
The PPP Extension Act passed the U.S. House. PIA Virtual Advocacy Day is fast approaching and registration is closing tomorrow. Plus, read state-specific legislative updates, register for an insurance game night with CTYIP, and join PIANJ for an E&O Q&A in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
The Biden stimulus passed U.S. Congress. PIA supports a new bill to make small-business tax deduction permanent. And, you can read about state-specific legislative updates and PIA’s history in advocacy in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
PIA is offering a new 401(k) member benefit. A bill was introduced to repeal the FIO. Watch PIA’s latest video on policyholder protections. And, read more state-specific legislative updates in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
A resurgent PPP is prompting executive changes and regulatory action. PIA’s CIC- and CISR-designation programs are available online. And, read about state-specific legislative updates and technical developments in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Florida hackers highlight the need for security while employees work remotely. Be sure that you are in compliance with data security laws. Take PIA’s Market Trends Survey. And, read about state-specific legislative updates and technical developments in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
The PPP has returned. The property/casualty industry income has dropped. Watch PIA’s latest video on cancellation and nonrenewal requirements. Plus, read about state-specific legislative updates and technical developments in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.