Advocacy

​Save the dates for our 2022 Agents Advocacy Week(s) April 4th-15th (Virtual)Advocacy Week returns this year, bigger than ever! Join fellow independent agents from across New York State for Big I NY's Virtual Independent Agents Advocacy Week(S) This empowering event will kick off with an advocacy training session on April 4th, followed by virtual meetings with your state legislators who represent you in Albany. This is your opportunity to be an advocate for your industry and your customers. During Advocacy Week(s), you'll meet your state lawmakers, and be part of the movement to help the independent channel thrive – all from the convenience of your…

Momentum Builds for Our Photo Inspection Reform BillThis week, Big I NY members continued to meet with key senators to ask for their support on our bill to make auto photo inspections optional. Agents from Rochester, Buffalo, and the Hudson Valley asked their representatives to co-sponsor the bill, which is the most effective way to demonstrate their support. Since beginning our grassroots meetings, nine senators have signed on as co-sponsors, with several more commitments in the works. Momentum for passage is growing! Keep an eye on your inbox – if you are a constituent of one of our target senators, you will receive an invitation…

​On Tuesday, the NYS Senate confirmed Adrienne Harris as Superintendent of Financial Services by a vote of 54 to 9. Read Big I NY's statement congratulating Harris on her confirmation as the state's top financial services regulator. Also this week, Big I NY agents met with several key state senators to urge them to support our photo inspection reform bill. The bill would allow insurance companies to make photo inspections for comprehensive and collision insurance optional, saving significant time and frustration for customers. Agents had the opportunity to meet with their lawmakers and voice their concerns. Meetings were productive, and so far several new senators…