Speaker Lineup, Issues Briefing Released for 2026 Big ‘I’ Legislative Conference
Get up to speed on the key issues that will be the focus of the 2026 Big “I” Legislative Conference and check out the lineup of congressional speakers.
Legal and Compliance
Advocacy in Action with Scott Gray
On this episode of Agency Nation Radio, we meet Scott Gray, owner of SouthGroup Insurance Services in Meridian, Mississippi.
Declaration of Independents: Scott Gray
Last year, Scott Gray was honored with the Barney Burns award at the 2025 Big “I” Legislative Conference for his dedication, passion and leadership in government advocacy for the independent insurance agency system.
Data Privacy Framework Examined by House Financial Services Committee
The hearing also explored potential reforms to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act to ensure effective and uniform financial data privacy protections for consumers in today’s evolving financial services landscape, while safeguarding innovation and promoting competition.
5 Issues Independent Agents Will Address at the 2026 Big ‘I’ Legislative Conference
Get up to speed on the five key issues that will be the focus of the 2026 Big “I” Legislative Conference taking place April 22–24 in Washington, D.C.
Litigation Funding Transparency Act Introduced in The Senate
The “Litigation Funding Transparency Act of 2026″ would require parties to publicly disclose funding sources in mass tort and class action suits.
Brief Government Shutdown Ends as NFIP Reauthorized
Congress ended the brief four-day partial federal government and reauthorized the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through Sept. 30.
NFIP Lapse Possible as Congress Finalizes Government Funding
As of press time, Congress is working to finalize legislation to keep the federal government open beyond Friday, when current funding expires.
InsurPac Closes the Books on Historic Fundraising Year
InsurPac, the Big “I” political action committee (PAC), raised over $1.3 million during the 2025 calendar year, its second-highest fundraising year in its history.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in December
December looked at the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the impact of claims management on customer experience, state requirements for paid leave and time off. Plus, state regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) as well as a review of 2025’s top stories.
