New Market Access: RLI Surety
Effective July 1, 2026, IA&B members can access RLI Surety for placement of surety, notary, retail liquor, license and permit, fidelity, and small contract bonds.
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Industry News
Condo Unit Owners Liability Increased
The legislation changes the amount a condominium unit owner may be required to pay toward the master policy deductible.
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Legislation Cracking Down on Storm Chasers Fails to Advance
The bills were loosely connected to broader “storm chaser” legislation long sought by the insurance industry to combat fraud following severe weather events.
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Lawmakers Take Action on Deer Collisions
IA&B pushed back against legislation that would have prohibited wild animal collisions as an auto insurance rating factor, and instead submitted a letter of support for a bill related to deer population management.
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Plaintiffs’ Bar Push to Expand Civil Liability Stalls, for Now
IA&B opposed the bills because of their potential to drive up premiums by increasing claim severity and larger settlement payments.
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Territorial Rating Faces Scrutiny as Auto Affordability Workgroup Extended
IA&B worked with other industry representatives to amend legislation which will extend — and adjust — the workgroup.
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ACV Labor Depreciation Bill Fails
IA&B worked with the Senate Finance Chair to draft amendments that could come into play if the legislation is revived in future sessions.
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MAIF Authorized to Offer Inadequate Rates Under New ‘Affordability Program’
An IA&B-drafted amendment will limit the rate inadequacy program to two years, unless the General Assembly acts to extend or modify it.
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MIA Formalizes License Application Procedures
Review how a new regulation adopted by the Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) will formalize the “shelf life” of passing scores and license applications.
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IA&B, Insurers Oppose Delaware Chatbot Legislation
A Delaware Senate Committee yesterday held a hearing on the bill, which includes troubling language.
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