The entire P&C industry opposed this legislation, which ultimately did not pass but was referred to the MIA for further study.
Prohibition of Collision with Animals as a Rating Factor (MD SB 172) Read More »
Despite IA&B expressing concerns to lawmakers over insurance market disruption, this legislative priority of the Maryland Trial Bar passed and will take effect Oct. 1.
Prohibition on Liability Agreements for Recreational Facilities (MD HB 162 / SB 452) Read More »
Thanks in part to IA&B members’ advocacy, this legislation – which would have repealed the current non-economic damages cap – did not move forward.
Elimination of Non-Economic Damages Cap (MD HB 83 / SB 538) Read More »
Thank you to our member agents who attended last night’s Insurance Industry Reception — an IA&B co-sponsored event which drew over a dozen Delaware state legislators.
Independent Agents Meet with State Lawmakers Read More »
Review highlights from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) final rule, which is designed to prohibit most non-compete clauses.
FTC Finalizes Rule Banning Non-Competes (MD update) Read More »
IA&B member and long-time independent agent Jeff Olsommer won a seat in the House of Representatives during Tuesday’s Primary Election.
Primary Election: Independent Agent Wins House Seat Read More »
Review the most notable elements from the initial review of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) final rule, issued on April 23.
Impact of FTC Non-Compete Ban on Agencies (PA, DE update) Read More »
Insurers may use artificial intelligence (AI) systems as long as certain parameters are in place to prevent violations of existing laws and regulations.
MIA Issues Notice on Insurers’ Proper Use of AI Read More »
Federal legislation aimed in part to limit the power of the Federal Insurance Office (FIO) moved out of committee last week, a win for state insurance regulation.
FIO Reform Bill Passes House Committee (MD update) Read More »
Federal legislation aimed in part to limit the power of the Federal Insurance Office (FIO) moved out of committee last week, a win for state insurance regulation.
FIO Reform Bill Passes House Committee (PA, DE update) Read More »
