Preliminary loss estimates indicate Hurricane Milton could cost private insureds $17-$50 billion. Connecticut government officials hold joint conference with financial service executives on disaster relief for late August flooding. PIANY sent letter to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to encourage her to sign the PIA-priority windstorm definition bill. 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.

Disaster relief provided for communities affected by Hurricane Helene and Milton; PIA Northeast states continue to receive support after summer storms. New Jersey introduces bill protecting not at-fault drivers from rate hikes. New York state launches phase one of its Empire AI project. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida: keep up-to-date with hurricane-related resources. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: stay on top of the latest issues facing the industry. Connecticut’s National Guard sends additional resources to North Carolina. Learn about what’s behind the looming collapse of New York’s American Transit Insurance Co. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Hurricane Helene makes landfall, leaving destruction and casualties in its wake: are you prepared for the final weeks of the hurricane season? The United States government averted a shutdown, funding the federal government: the NFIP will be funded through December. New Jersey introduces a bill that would enshrine employees’ right to disconnect from work. In Vermont, President Joe Biden approved a major disaster declaration for July 29-31 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.

PIA National appoints Michael Skiados, MBA, CAE, as its CEO: here is what you need to know about him. Connecticut receives approval for a major disaster declaration due to historic rainfall and flooding in August. New Hampshire has joined a multistate effort in filing an amicus brief with the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in support of the state-based insurance agency. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Last summer saw historic levels of rainfall and catastrophic floods: Are you talking with your clients about flood insurance? NAIC requests long-term NFIP reauthorization, program set to expire at the end of the month. PIANY’s latest advocacy campaign encourages members to talk to their clients about the windstorm trigger definition legislation. A Vermont audit finds that the state failed to complete many of its goals in its five-year hazard mitigation plan. 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.

The implications of aging bridges and how the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will affect the insurance industry. More disaster relief for Connecticut and New York state. The NCCI workers’ compensation loss cost decrease of 5.6% approved by NHID for 2025. Register today for PIANJ’s 41st Golf Classic, and support Special Olympics New Jersey. And, PIANY elects new officers, honors Rogoff as Committee Chair of the Year (for the second time). Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Main Street America exits personal-lines, shifts focus toward commercial-lines market. The National Flood Insurance Program is scheduled to expire at the end of the month. Register now for PIA’s Annual Leadership Conference & Advocacy Day. Connecticut and Vermont respond to recent flooding. New Hampshire creates a weather disaster response team. 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.

Are your insureds ready for the new school year? Talk to them about cyberbullying coverage. Connecticut’s emergency declaration for this month’s flooding has been approved. PIANY continues to communicate with the DFS over carrier exits from the state. Vermont implements regulatory exemptions to boost affordable housing. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities and upcoming events in the Weekly Dispatch.

United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas strikes down FTC’s noncompete rule. Read the first entry of PIA Northeast’s infrastructure series. Connecticut issues state of emergency due to recent catastrophic flooding. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy appoints replacement for Democrat Sen. Bob Menendez. Vermont launches new program to help drivers on the autism spectrum. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, technical resources, advocacy, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.