Advocacy

Chapter Amendments to Insurance Disclosure Act Passed:This week, agents and insurers breathed a​​ sigh of relief as the legislature finally passed the highly anticipated chapter amendments to the new Comprehensive Insurance Disclosure Act (CIDA). As expected, the CIDA will now apply only to actions filed after December 31, 2021 (not all pending actions, as originally passed). Additionally, PIP actions are exempted from disclosure, and the time frame for disclosure will be extended from 60 days to 90. Anticipating these favorable changes, Big I NY prepared a summary in our February 2022 E&O report. The governor is expected to promptly sign the amendments into law and…

​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…