Advocacy

This week, Senator Neil Breslin, Chair of the Senate Insurance Committee, introduced legislation created by Big I NY to make the auto photo inspection voluntary at the discretion of an insurance carrier. This is a pro-customer measure to eliminate an unnecessary burden to the process of obtaining comp and collision coverage. Modern technology has rendered the photo inspection virtually useless (carriers tell us they don't even use them). It can be a major hassle for the insured, who risks losing coverage if the inspection isn't completed in time. Big I NY members sent over 220 emails to their state senators, calling on them to sign…

​Is EVERYONE in your agency registered for the Legislative Conference?  Registration is FREE, and now is the time to have someone sign up EVERYONE in your agency – principals, producers, CSRs, administrators.  The threats and challenges to YOUR profession and agency are real!It is efficient to designate someone in your agency to register all of your colleagues/employees.  Registration is easy, and you can watch it at your convenience as it is recorded.The lineup:Remarks by Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), the #1 swing vote in the SenateAn interview with Senator Rick Scott (R-FL), Chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee (and former Florida Governor)An interview with Congressman…

Albany is buzzing with activity, and Big I NY is hard at work representing your interests. Here is a recap of the recent developments at the state capitol. Our 2021 legislative agenda has been released – read the full position paper here. On Wednesday, March 17th, the Assembly Insurance Committee passed Big I NY-supported legislation to repeal the anti-arson application in NYC, the last jurisdiction where it still applies. We anticipate the bill will be put to a vote by the full Assembly in the near future, and once passed, must pass through the Insurance committee and a full vote in the Senate. This legislation was a…