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Senate Holds Second NFIP HearingJune 22, 2021
On June 17, the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs held a second hearing on the reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The main focus of discussion was the changes associated with FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0. -
Government Relations, Insurance News, PIA National News
Biden Gives Federal Insurance Office New ResponsibilitiesJune 17, 2021
A recent Executive Order (EO) signed by President Biden is providing added impetus to PIA’s effort to bring about the repeal of the Federal Insurance Office. -
Insurance News
Insurance Industry Loses 4,800 Jobs in MayJune 11, 2021
Reflecting the volatility of the job market. -
Insurance News
In Seattle, 97% of New COVID Cases are Among the UnvaccinatedJune 11, 2021
Comments by Dr. Jeff Duchin, the chief health officer for Seattle and King County. -
Insurance News
Employers Can Require COVID-19 Vaccine Under Federal Law, New Guidance StatesJune 11, 2021
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued updated guidance. -
News
Vaccination Does Not Affect Life InsuranceMay 27, 2021
State regulators and insurers are cautioning against incorrect social media posts with claims that life insurance payouts are being denied to beneficiaries if the insured receives a COVID vaccine. -
News
Over 50 Thousand Pre-Hurricane Cancellations in FloridaMay 27, 2021
State insurance regulators recently authorized “extraordinary” terminations of thousands of policies. -
News
NOAA Predicts Sixth Above-Average Hurricane SeasonMay 27, 2021
NOAA calls for another active hurricane season, with 13 to 20 named storms total. -
Press Release
PIA to NYC: Setting the Record Straight on Agent CommissionsMay 19, 2021
Agents’ Association Corrects Testimony of City of New York Federal Affairs Director -
Press Release
PIA National Names Dawn Bryant-Smith 2021 Customer Service Representative of the YearApril 28, 2021
WASHINGTON – Dawn Bryant-Smith of Shepherd Insurance in Carmel, Indiana has been named the 2021 PIA National Customer Service Representative (CSR) of the Year.