It is fair to say that the 2024 legislative session did not go as planned for the Connecticut Insurance and Real Estate Committee. As previously reported—due to a short legislative session and political in-fighting—the committee failed to report out any legislation in...
A new bill introduced in the New York state Assembly—A.4865—would, if passed, mandate fire insurance coverage for any building in which electric-assisted bicycles—e-bikes—are repaired, sold, rented or stored for these purposes. What the bill proposes If passed, A.4865...
PIANY is actively tracking key legislation in the 2025-26 session that could impact the insurance industry. Below is a roundup of the bills we’re watching, grouped by PIANY priorities, and other important industry-related legislation. Click on each bill to read more...
E-bikes and e-scooters have become an essential part of New York state’s transportation network, offering a low-cost, eco-friendly alternative to cars. Yet, their growing presence on the streets also has sparked debates over safety, liability and regulation. In...
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 represents a significant step toward modernizing the United States’s infrastructure, with a strong focus on improving water systems. Among its key provisions is the allocation of funds aimed at eliminating the use of...
The start of New York state’s legislative session is traditionally a time when lawmakers revisit bills that didn’t cross the finish line the previous year. It’s also when they refine previously passed laws through a process called chapter amendments. This process is...
The start of New York state’s legislative session comes with its fair share of traditions and responsibilities. From the swearing-in of new assemblymembers and senators to the unveiling of committee rosters, these rituals set the stage for the year ahead. Last week,...
As we enter the 2025 legislative session, PIACT is sharpening its focus on advocating for reforms that will enhance efficiency, modernize outdated practices and provide better protections for insurance consumers throughout the state. Among the organization’s top...
Sen. Jamaal T. Bailey has been named chair of the New York State Senate Insurance Committee, a role that will position him to shape legislation affecting the state’s insurance industry. Representing New York’s 36th state Senate District since 2016, Bailey’s...
The passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021 represents one of the most significant investments in U.S. infrastructure in decades. Allocating $1.2 trillion over 10 years, the act emphasizes modernizing transportation systems, repairing aging...