IA&B Testifies on MAIF Funding Bill
The proposal would allow the Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund (MAIF) to tap into approximately $9.5 million in surplus from the last assessment in the 1990s.
Month: February 2023
IA&B Hosts Event with Agents, Legislators
IA&B members met in Dover last week for a “State of the Industry” event, where they discussed several proposals affecting independent agents. The evening also included a reception with key state lawmakers.
MIA Issues Bulletin on Kia, Hyundai Vehicles
Are some insurers refusing to insure certain Kia and Hyundai models? If so, they may soon be in the Maryland Insurance Administration’s (MIA) crosshairs.
Simplify Placing Difficult Risks
Are there certain coverages that consistently are unavailable in the admitted market? Submit them for consideration to the export list.
Attend the Big “I” Legislative Conference
Join IA&B and other independent agents in Washington, D.C. for the Big “I” Legislative Conference on April 26-27.
IA&B Meets with House Insurance Committee Leadership
Pennsylvania’s woefully low Auto minimum limits was among the topics we spoke about to House Insurance Committee leadership during our recent meeting.
Carrier Compliance – Policy Nonrenewals & Cancellations
Review state-specific laws and regulations for cancellations and refusals to write or renew commercial lines, personal automobile, and homeowners’ insurance in IA&B’s state-specific white papers.
Pennsylvania Expands Definitions of Race, Sex, Religious Creed
Protected categories under Pennsylvania law soon will include hairstyles associated with race and sexual orientation.
Pennsylvania Updates Data Breach Notification Law
Effective May 2, 2023, Pennsylvania will expand its definition of “personal information” under the data breach notification law.
Maryland to Legalize Recreational Marijuana
With the legalization of recreational marijuana, Maryland also amended the Clean Indoor Air Act to include cannabis.