Strongly opposed by IA&B, this legislation – which would have significantly expanded the application of Maryland’s sales tax to selected services, including insurance agents’ commissions – did not gain enough traction to pass.
Sales Tax on Services (MD HB 1515) Read More »
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Thanks in part to IA&B members’ advocacy, this legislation – which would have repealed the current non-economic damages cap – did not move forward.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 »
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 »
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 lawmakers introduced legislation to reinstate an inflation adjustment for crop insurance and provide relief or specialty crops.
Crop Insurance Inflation Adjustment Bill Introduced (MD update) Read More »
If you conduct business in New York, review the state’s revised cybersecurity requirements and timeline to ensure your compliance.
Changes to NY Cybersecurity Requirement, Timeline Read More »
House Bill 1227 is headed to the Governor’s desk with amendments advocated for by IA&B.
Detached Condo Bill Passes in Final Hours of MD Session Read More »
