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Reminder: Cybersecurity Notice of Exemption is NOT Required Each Year

​Judging from phone calls and emails we've been receiving, it looks like many Big I New York members are doing work they don't have to do, at least when it comes to New York's cybersecurity requirements for financial services companies regulation. The confusion seems to be around the requirement for individuals and business entities to file notices of exemption with the New York State Department of Financial Services. Therefore, we want to remind you: An agency or brokerage is not required to file a notice of exemption at all after filing the first one in 2019. If the business no longer qualifies for the limited…

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Bi-Weekly Legislative Calls Begin on 2/14

​The 2020 NY legislative session has kicked off, and there's lots going on in Albany. Want to stay up to date on the bills and regulations that affect the industry, Big I NY grassroots campaigns, and learn ways to get involved? Join the Government Relations team for our bi-weekly legislative calls, open to all Big I NY members! 2020 Call Schedule: Fri, Feb 14, 2020 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM EST Fri, Feb 28, 2020 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM EST Fri, Mar 13, 2020 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM EDT Sat, Mar 14, 2020 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM EDT Fri, Mar 27, 2020 10:00…

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2020 Big ‘I’ Legislative Conference Registration Now Open

​It's that time of the year! Online registration is now open for the Big “I" Legislative Conference, to take place May 13-15 at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Your members don't want to miss the premier event for independent agents and the opportunity to speak to federal legislators with a unified voice. Early-bird registration pricing ends Friday, March 6. Hotel accommodations always sell out fast, so don't delay in making guest room reservations.​ Source

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