Funding Standoff: Government Shutdown Continues
Both political sides seem to be digging in, with the U.S. Senate unable to advance a “clean” continuing resolution (CR).
Legal and Compliance
New NYDFS Cybersecurity MFA Requirement Effective Nov. 1
Although the NYDFS Cyber Regulations may not apply directly to your business, independent insurance agencies operating in other jurisdictions could still see impacts.
No Deal: NFIP Lapses as Government Shutdown Begins
A partial federal government shutdown began on Oct. 1, resulting in a lapse of National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) authority.
7 Important Data Security Features to Look for in InsurTech Providers
While there’s no way to guarantee your agency will never be susceptible to an attack on your systems or data, there are steps you can take to understand and increase the security of your client data.
House Holds Hearing on Terrorism Insurance Reauthorization
The Big “I” urges Congress to act well in advance of the 2027 deadline and reauthorize a long-term, clean extension of this important program.
Finding the Win With Jill Roth
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, we chat with Jill Roth, executive vice president at Ahart, Frinzi & Smith in Alexandria, Virginia.
Commercial Auto: How Nuclear and Thermonuclear Verdicts Are Adversely Impacting the Market
Trucking companies faced $165 million in nuclear verdicts in 2023, with an increasing trend of thermonuclear verdicts. Mounting costs from these large verdicts present significant challenges for the commercial auto insurance market.
Independent BROKERS TIME Act Introduced in Senate
The bipartisan bill directs the Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary to update regulations for independent agents, brokers and third-party marketing organizations (TPMOs) under Medicare Parts C and D.
Declaration of Independents: Jill Roth
Roth, executive vice president at Ahart, Frinzi & Smith, started her career on Capitol Hill. Born and raised a Jersey girl, Roth graduated from George Mason University with a major in political science and international affairs.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in July
July started with a bang as the Big “I” secured important wins for independent insurance agencies in the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” And despite mixed results for the property & casualty market, the Big “I” 2025 Market Share Report, showed the independent agency channel is holding steady.
