In our ongoing series examining the insurance-related proposals in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Executive Budget, we’ve explored measures aimed at transparency, mitigation and litigation reform. Now, we turn to Part FF—a proposal focused on a less visible, but critically...
In our ongoing series examining the insurance-related proposals in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Transportation, Economic Development and Environmental Conservation budget, we’ve looked at measures affecting transparency, market stability and mitigation....
The New York state Assembly passed A.6652-B, legislation that would allow insurance producers to carry forward up to five excess continuing-education credits into their next licensing cycle, on Feb. 26, 2026. The bill is a top...
In our ongoing series examining the insurance-related proposals in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s TED budget, we’ve looked at how Part BB would strengthen premium transparency, and how other provisions could affect market stability. Now we turn to Part DD—an...
Two bills introduced by Sen. James Skoufis, D-42, are drawing attention in Albany and across New York state’s property/casualty insurance marketplace. While both focus on transparency and accountability, they...
Insurance fraud is not a victimless crime. It drives premiums, strains underwriting capacity, and ultimately makes New York state less affordable for families, businesses and communities. A new proposal in Albany,...
In PIANY’s recent overview of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Transportation, Economic Development and Environmental Conservation (TED) budget proposals, we outlined several insurance-related measures that could affect the personal lines marketplace in New York state...
Over 400 insurance professionals braved polar cold to attend PIANY’s MetroRAP on Jan. 29, 2026, at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel. During the daylong event, attendees took advantage of networking opportunities and gained valuable insights about artificial...
GLENMONT, N.Y.—The Professional Insurance Agents of New York State will present Meryl G. Golden, president and chief executive officer of Kingstone Insurance Co., with its Executive of the Year award at its annual MetroRAP, held today at Sheraton New York Times Square...
ALBANY, N.Y.—Steven L. Diamond, received the Professional Insurance Agents of New York’s 2026 Distinguished Insurance Service award, posthumously, today at the association’s MetroRAP held at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel. “Steve was admired and...