The PIANJ | PIANY Annual Conference at the Hard Rock Casino, Atlantic City, N.J., starts this Sunday—you still can register at the door. A runway at the Newark Liberty International Airport has finished renovations, but it still is experiencing staffing shortages and technical issues. A New York court has ruled that plaintiffs may pursue negligence claims against pet owners. 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.

PIA Northeast’s new partnership helps agents defend against cyberthreats. NOAA predicts an “above-average” 2025 hurricane season in the Atlantic: is your agency prepared? A new bill expanding “ABC tests” in New Jersey could negatively impact the state’s independent insurance agency system. The CTYIP Golf Open still has lunch spots open: register today. The NHID advocates to support a legislative agenda centered on consumer protection and state-based insurance regulation. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

The new head of FEMA wants to split costs between states and government 50/50. PIA policy priorities cleared hurdles in Congress: they now need your support. Were you at the NJYIP Golf Open? The NHID has issued a trio of bulletins that impact AI use, virtual vehicle claims and licensee disclosure requirements. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, in memoriam, accolades, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

NOAA to announce hurricane season predictions next week, changes at FEMA as preparations begin for the 2025 hurricane season. PIANJ stands against step-down clauses in the state. PIANY representatives meet with state legislators to talk about legislative priorities in Albany. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Learn all about the benefits of using print advertising as independent insurance agent. New Jerey’s largest airport suffers from delays and other technical problems: now is the time to take to your insureds about travel insurance. PIANY has two major pieces of legislation pass the state’s Senate Insurance Committee—will you help us go the distance? Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

The PIANJ | PIANY Annual Conference is only a few weeks away: register now. Learn everything you need to know about lawsuit lending in New Jersey—and what PIANJ plans to do to stop it. New York state Assembly introduces bill that would unify insurance licensing without eliminating the agents or brokers roles. 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 Northeast thanks all its members and volunteer boards for their tireless work and effort. Recent market conditions prompt opportunities in the surplus lines sector. PIANJ makes the push for comparative negligence protections for insurance producers. New York pushes for stronger discovery laws to counter organized retail theft. Vermont appoints new Department of Financial Regulation commissioner. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Nuclear Verdicts® prompt carriers to leave the market in some states—read the full report. CID climate resiliency council has key updates about its progress so far. Two bills were introduced to the New York state Senate and Assembly—one would offer CE credit for association membership, the other would clarify the use of telematics. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

A bill to extend the NFIP is introduced in the U.S. Senate—could we see an end to the string of continuing resolutions? The Connecticut Business & Industry Association issued a preliminary analysis for a recent Connecticut Supreme Court ruling, which could increase workers’ compensation claims as much as 265%. New York’s CE carryover bill passes the state Assembly—another bill is introduced to the state Senate to mandate a study on noncommercial auto coverage. 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.

The NFIP Direct program undergoes a system migration—it is expected to go back online April 7. Dog breed bill with PIACT suggestions moves out of committee. New Jersey’s DOBI issues bulletin on AI usage in underwriting. Insurance producers who do business in New York state must make their cybersecurity filings by April 15. 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.