Bipartisan Disaster Risk Bill Passes the House
The bill would amend the Internal Revenue Code to ensure that individuals recovering from natural disasters are not unfairly taxed on the financial help they receive to rebuild their lives.
Government Affairs
Insurance Campaign Institute Prepares Agents to Step Up for Public Office
Insurance agents are stepping beyond the agency and into the political arena—and the Insurance Campaign Institute is helping them get there.
Rep. Hill Is Big ‘I’ Legislator of the Year
As the chair of the House Financial Services Committee, Rep. Hill was honored for his leadership on key issues impacting independent insurance agencies.
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.
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.
Outstanding Big ‘I’ Members Recognized
This week in Washington, D.C., the 2026 Big “I” Legislative Conference set the stage for celebrating standout members who embody the very best of the Big “I.”
From Capitol Hill to Main Street: The Legislative Issues Impacting Agents Now
Before you meet with lawmakers on Capitol Hill, tune in for a special episode of Agency Nation Radio where Nathan Riedel, senior vice president of federal government affairs; Raaed Hadad, director of federal government affairs; and Corey Miller, director of federal government affairs, break down the key issues shaping this year’s legislative landscape.
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.
