Weekly Dispatch: May 22, 2025
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.
Navigating a trio of NHID bulletins
The New Hampshire Insurance Department has released three bulletins to address key regulatory topics that affect insurers and insurance producers in the state. These updates cover the use of artificial intelligence, how to handle virtual vehicle claims and licensee...
Weekly Dispatch: May 15, 2025
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.
PIANY rallies in Albany, advocate for agents
Dedicated volunteer leaders from PIANY met with state lawmakers on May 13, 2025, for the association’s annual Albany Lobby Day. The event was a powerful demonstration of PIANY’s ongoing commitment to creating a fair and responsive insurance marketplace in New York state. [PHOTO CAPTION: (L-R) PIANY Vice President Jorge Hernandez; PIANY President-elect Jason E. Bartow, AAI, CPIA, TRA; Assemblyman Samuel Berger, D-27; PIANY President Richard Andrews, LUTCF; PIANY Secretary Ed Chadwick; and PIANY Past President Fred Holender, CLU, CPCU, ChFC, MSFS.]
Conn.: House advances PIACT-backed E&S market reform
In a major step toward modernizing Connecticut’s insurance regulations, the state House of Representatives has passed H.B.6981, a measure that eliminates an outdated procedural barrier in the surplus lines market. Spearheaded by Rep. Kerry Wood, D-29, a long-time...
PIANJ supports ban on step-down clauses
Imagine paying for robust auto insurance coverage—only to learn too late that your policy quietly includes a loophole that guts your protection in certain common scenarios. That’s the harsh reality for too many New Jersey drivers, thanks to so-called step-down...
Maintaining a legal and insured rental property
Do you run a short-term rental property? Think AirBNB or VRBO. These properties bring income to owners and operators, but they require constantly tracking a changing legal landscape—especially in popular rental areas. It’s vital to keep tabs on changes to local laws...
Weekly Dispatch: May 8, 2025
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 power of print advertising in a digital age
From the nineties to the present today, industrialized and developing countries have been living in an increasingly digitized world. Around every corner, in every store or home, there is a screen tapped directly to the internet and relaying information to its user....
Two legislative wins for PIANY—here’s how you can help finish the job
Your association is excited to share two major victories for PIANY and New York’s insurance producers—both of which cleared the state Senate Insurance Committee unanimously this week. These wins reflect the strength of our advocacy and the value of your support. Now,...
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