The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) will work together to protect workers from surveillance by their employers.
Regulators Target Employer Monitoring Read More »
The new U.S. Department of Labor rule allowing retirement portfolio managers to weigh environmental, social, and governance issues in their investment decisions will take effect, thanks to Biden’s veto.
Climate Change and Investment Decisions Read More »
In a 10–1 vote, the Maryland Senate Finance Committee voted yesterday in favor of HB 128, with changes that would exempt renewals and sunset the law after five years.
Senate Finance Amends Mandatory EUIM Legislation Read More »
A proposal to hide future Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund (MAIF) assessments from policyholders was defeated, thanks to IA&B’s advocacy efforts.
IA&B Succeeds in Preserving MAIF Assessment Transparency Read More »
Learn why security firms expect the recent bank failure will trigger a wave of cybercrime. Then access a complimentary ransomware simulation tool to test your agency’s safeguards.
Silicon Valley Bank Collapse Triggers Phishing Attacks Read More »
Additional carriers have been added to AppointmentLink – the online tool that connects IA&B member agencies with potential carrier matches.
Expanded Access to Potential Carrier Appointments Read More »
If you write flood through the NFIP with a Write-Your-Own (WYO) program, compare commissions with those offered through The Hartford Flood program for IA&B of Maryland members.
MD Members Eligible for Higher Commissions on NFIP Business Read More »
With the recent news about bank failures, now is a perfect time to revisit fiduciary obligations under the Producer Licensing statute and how Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) protection plays a role.
How to Leverage FDIC Protection for Premium Funds Held by Agents Read More »
Our national affiliate, PIA, urged reforms to facilitate greater NFIP participation and strengthen the private flood insurance market during the first Congressional hearing on flood insurance since May 2022.
Advocacy on Flood Insurance Reform (MD) Read More »
Our national affiliate, PIA, and other agent groups continue to push for the reinstatement of an inflation adjustment for crop insurance agents.
Crop insurance: Advocacy to Reinstate Inflation Adjustments Read More »
