Big ‘I’ Presents InsurPac Awards
This week, the Big “I” recognized Big “I” state associations for InsurPac fundraising and presented the 2025 Bernard J. Burns Award.
Legislation
House Majority Whip Emmer Praises Independent Agent Impact on Main Street
As majority whip, Rep. Tom Emmer plays a central role in shaping the legislative agenda. His leadership is informed by his experience working in the insurance industry.
Rep. Vargas Spotlights the Power of Insurance and Advocacy
Rep. Juan Vargas (D-California), spoke to Big “I” members, emphasizing why insurance is essential to the economy and why independent agent advocacy helps communities nationwide.
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.
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.
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.
