When Gov. Kathy Hochul called for action on A.6063/S.4423—legislation that would have amended New York state’s wrongful-death statute significantly—PIANY members immediately mobilized. While well-intentioned, the bill posed serious concerns for...
N.J.: E-bike overhaul: What a new bill means for riders, regulators—and insurance producers
As the New Jersey Legislature zeroes in on e-bike insurance during the current lame duck session, S-4834 emerges as a key piece of proposed legislation. Introduced by Sen. Nicholas P. Scutari, D–22, S-4834 is the second e-bike insurance bill put forward in recent...
N.J.: New bill would protect insurance producers independence
For months, PIANJ has been sounding the alarm about a proposed regulation that could upend the independent insurance agency system. Through meetings with lawmakers, public comments and direct engagement with the New Jersey Department of Labor, PIANJ has worked...
N.J.: E-bike insurance bill introduced: What producers need to know
In response to an alarming increase in accidents involving electric bicycles and scooters across New Jersey, state lawmakers have introduced Senate Bill S-4763. Sponsored by Sens. Vincent J. Polistina, R-2, and Anthony M. Bucco, R-25, with co-sponsorship from Sen....
N.J.: Climate change task force legislation: What it means for insurance producers
If you’re an insurance producer in New Jersey, there’s a new piece of legislation you’ll want to keep on your radar—S-4722. This bill would set the stage for the creation of the Joint Blue Ribbon Task Force on Impacts of Climate Change on Property Insurance. Let’s...
PIA Northeast: District Office Visits: Unlock legislative influence
District Office Visits are a key member benefit provided by PIA, designed to foster meaningful relationships between PIA members and state legislators. These strategic advocacy meetings, held either in-person or virtually with state legislators, allow PIA members to...
Legislative victory: E&S reform law marks major win for Connecticut’s insurance industry
PIACT achieved a major legislative achievement this session, with the passage of H.B.6981, a long-standing priority for the association and a milestone for the state’s insurance community. H.B.6981 eliminates the outdated requirement that brokers must obtain formal...
PIA Northeast goes to Washington 2025: Advocates for agents, consumers at Capitol Hill
As autumn settles over Washington, D.C., the city stirs with crisp air and an unexpected display of cherry blossoms. Yet, it wasn’t the scenery that drew independent insurance agents from across the country to the capital on Sept. 17, 2025. Instead, these dedicated...
A lot can happen in a month: what the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ means for PIA members
Can you believe it’s been just over a month since President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law on July 4? It practically shipped with fireworks—and for those of us in the insurance world, it brought more than a few sparks. Some were good, a...
N.Y. Legislative wrap up, part two—What didn’t make it?
The 2025 New York state legislative session was filled with ambitious proposals aimed at improving the insurance landscape—many of which PIANY monitored, supported and advocated for on behalf of insurance professionals across the state. While a number of key wins were...