PIA Pushes Back Against New Medicare Marketing Rules
A new federal rule would require independent agents to record all Medicare sales calls starting in October.
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Disclosure and Disclaimer When Using Replacement Cost Estimators
With the current push to discuss underinsurance with your property insurance customers, now is also a good time to include a review of proper disclosures and disclaimers in connection with Replacement Cost Estimators.
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New CE Requirements for Title Producers
Effective February 2023, title insurance producers in Maryland will be required to take CE courses specifically designated as title courses.
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Concerning Data Privacy Legislation Passes House Committee
If enacted, the ADPPA would create a national standard on what kinds of data companies can gather from individuals and how they can use it – and insurance agents are not exempt.
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Who Do You Represent in Each Transaction?
Hold a non-resident license in Pennsylvania? Take note of a state-specific requirement when placing business with a carrier that has not appointed you – or face a hefty penalty.
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How Current Is Your Written Information Security Program?
If a state regulator asks you for your Information Security Program, how long will it take you to locate it, and how current will it be?
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SAFE Banking Act Passes U.S. House for a Fourth Time
The Act would protect insurance agents and carriers from federal prosecution when doing businesses with cannabis-related enterprises in states where such businesses are legal.
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The Push for Long-Term NFIP Reauthorization
Our national affiliate, PIA, continues to advocate for long-term reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), which is set to expire on Sept. 30.
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CMS Addresses Agent Compensation
Insurers should not pay different compensation levels to agents and brokers based on the type of enrollment period in the same benefit year.
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Watch for Increased Surplus Lines Fees
A recent law passed by the Maryland General Assembly allows for potentially significant increases to the fees that Surplus Lines brokers may charge.
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