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NYS DFS Proposes Auto Photo Inspection Reg Changes

​Reacting to Big I New York's successful effort last year to make the automobile photo inspection requirement optional, the New York State Department of Financial Services has proposed a major amendment to the regulation that implements the law. All members of the public can submit comments on the proposal.The department formally published the amendment in the April 3, 2024 issue of New York State Register. It changes Part 67 of Title 11 of the New York Codes, Rules, and Regulations (also known as “Insurance Regulation 79.") The New York Department of State publishes the New York State Register each Wednesday. It is the weekly publication…

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​"Hey" Brian, (or Lisa, or Kathy, or Tim, or...insert your name here).That's the way Jim Keidel always greeted our work family, including the agents he proudly served.​A big smile, an immediate approach with a hug or a handshake, and a warm "Hey" with your name. He would then ask you a question about your life. "How are the kids," "How's your mom doing," "How are things going?" Jim's care was sincere.It is with profound sadness we share that our dear friend, Jim Keidel, has passed away. His memory will live on through so many.For more than 30 years, Jim stood up for and by member…

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Assembly Advances Big I NY Priority Anti-Arson and Supplemental Spousal Liability Bills

​On Wednesday, March 20th, the New York State Assembly Insurance Committee voted in favor of two of our high priority bills. The first bill will eliminate the anti arson application in New York City​, which is the only jurisdiction which still requires it. The second bill makes common-sense changes to the recent supplemental spousal liability opt-out law. The changes will exempt unmarried policyholders from automatic enrollment in the coverage, and will not apply automatic enrollment to commercial auto policies. Big I New York has lobbied strongly in support of both bills and recently met with committee chairman David Weprin (D, Queens), to express our support for…

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