Independent Agents Descend on Capitol Hill
Independent agents from across the country – to include several IA&B members – met with federal lawmakers this week during the Big I Legislative Conference.
Month: April 2022
Maryland Expands Definition of “Harassment” and “Sexual Harassment”
Beginning Oct. 1, 2022, Maryland will expand what constitutes unlawful harassment by removing the requirement that the conduct be “severe or pervasive” in certain situations.
Maryland’s Time To Care Act
The Maryland legislature this month passed the Time to Care Act – a paid family and medical leave insurance program, which impacts all employers with employees in the state.
Philly’s Indoor Mask Mandate Lifted
The city moved from requiring to “strongly recommending” masks be worn in indoor public spaces.
Maryland Legislature Passes FMLA, Climate Bills
While not insurance related, they may be of interest to members.
MAIF Installment Payment Plan Bill Passes
IA&B opposed this further expansion of Maryland Auto Insurance Fund’s (MAIF) ability to compete with private insurers.
Bill to Make EUIM Mandatory Fails in Senate
IA&B opposed legislation to make Enhanced Underinsured Motorist Coverage mandatory.
IA&B Opposes Bill Banning Use of Gender as Rating Factor
While well-intentioned, the bill would have increased auto insurance rates for young women.
Bill Passed Regarding Authority of Insurance Commissioner
IA&B sought amendments to the bill to prevent regulatory intrusion into claims adjudication.
IA&B Defends Credit-Based Insurance Scoring
IA&B opposed two bills which would have eliminated the use of credit-based insurance scoring.