A new survey finds that agents, brokers continue to have record performance for the fourth consecutive quarter. PIA advocates for long-term reauthorization of the NFIP, the importance of state regulation of insurance and more during virtual meetings with legislators in Washington, D.C. And, time is running out to register for PIA Annual Conference hosted by PIANJ and PIANY in Atlantic City, N.J.—before the 20% price increase. 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.

Passed legislation in Connecticut paves the way for electronic delivery to the Workers Compensation Commission. A bill simplifying the excess-line insurance placement affidavit requirements passes state Assembly. And, PIA Northeast offers insurance agents the opportunity to increase their credibility, trust and perception. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

In New Jersey a court ruled that the Department of Banking and Insurance has the authority to choose to pursue an administrative complaint against out-of-state companies. PIANY-priority legislation regarding the excess-lines marketplace passes state Assembly Insurance Committee. And, the Vermont Department of Financial Regulation commissioner to step down this month. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Recent cyber security breaches remind us to be vigilant and prepared. Trend: Dog-related injury claims increase from last year; and insurance payouts have been trending upward for the last decade. And, there are plenty of upcoming PIA Northeast events to register for … don’t miss out—register today. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, and education opportunities in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Registration for PIA Annual Conference is open—register now and save 20% with early-bird pass. Law & Ordinance coverage is crucial to homeowners in Special Flood Hazard Areas. And, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion will stop including paid medical collection debt on consumer credit reports starting this July. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Register for Long Island RAP to access a next-level trade show. Entities that hold a New York state insurance license must file their cyber compliance certifications by Friday, April 15, 2022. And, two PIANJ-priority liability bills passed the state Senate. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

PIA holds Connecticut Convention, PIA Connecticut and CTYIP elect officers and directors. PIA-priority excess-lines reform legislation and windstorm legislation passes New York state Senate and state Assembly, respectively. And, PIA-member agencies get cyberalert updates when they use PIA National Cyber Risk Assessment. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Network in-person at Long Island RAP 2022. Inflation is driving auto and homeowners premiums up. And, The Great Resignation may impact the insurance industry. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.

Connecticut Convention is next week, register now. New cyberthreats are discovered—insurance agents must protect their agencies. And, the National Flood Insurance Program was extended to Friday, Sept. 30, 2022. 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.

Do you know how to talk to your clients about the importance of water-leak detection systems? PIA has resources to help. The Vermont Department of Financial Regulation orders long-term care insurer to cease-and-desist unauthorized rate actions. And, New Jersey’s Pay-to-Play annual disclosures are due March 30. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.