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.

Recovery efforts from Hurricane Debby underway in the Northeast; Gallagher Re anticipates the losses from Debby to be “very manageable.” Connecticut launches initiative to combat credit, debit and EBT card skimming. The New Hampshire Symposium is just around the corner: have you registered? New York announces funding to boost the climate resiliency of Long Island. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Hurricane Debby makes its way slowly up the East Coast: it is forecasted to bring rain to the Northeast later this week. Connecticut awards state grants to protect acres for community green spaces. PIANY meets the DFS on the exits of Adirondack Insurance Exchange and Mountain Valley Insurance Company from the marketplace. Also, learn more about forwarding PIANY’s campaign to pass legislation that would standardize the windstorm definition. 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.

New report examines the issues driving up homeowners insurance costs. U.S. senators issued a letter to the FTC pressing it to investigate automakers disclosing driving data. New Jersey launches initiatives regarding artificial intelligence. In New York state, PIA Northeast offers resources to help members educate their clients about Adirondack Insurance Exchange’s withdrawal from the New York insurance market. Vermont offers resources to help residents recover from flooding—PIA Northeast offers resources to help members educate their clients about the importance of flood insurance. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, an in memoriam to former New York state Sen. James Seward, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.