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This week, U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta announced that the agency will not further delay the fiduciary rule ahead of the first June 9 effective date.

President Trump’s proposed FY2018 budget calls for about $28 billion in cuts to the Federal Crop Insurance Program over the 2018-2027 period.

The proposed plan would affect the Small Business Health Options Program starting in 2018. It would not impact employers in states that don’t use HealthCare.gov to sign employees up in the SHOP marketplaces.

Last week, Big “I” members from all 50 states headed to Washington, D.C. for the biggest, most effective industry gathering: the annual Big “I” Legislative Conference.

During last week’s Legislative Conference, Rep. Walden (R-Oregon) said he believes the Affordable Care Act is causing a crisis—and that states should be empowered to make decisions that best serve their residents.

A new summary of proposed flood insurance reform legislation includes a provision that would cap compensation for WYOs at 25%.

During his keynote address at the Big “I” Legislative Conference Breakfast, Sen. Cory Gardner (R-Colorado) gave an overview of the progress the Trump Administration has made thus far for the sake of small businesses and the clients they serve.

As venture capitalists continue pouring more money into InsurTech startups like Lemonade and Trove, should you consider all your clients flight risks? Yes and no, according to top insurance carrier leaders.

This morning during the General Session Breakfast at the Big “I” Legislative Conference, Spencer Houldin, Big “I” chairman, addressed where the association stands.

As an independent thinker, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) is a rarity in Washington, D.C.—and he uses his unique status to fight partisan extremes that too often prevent progress on the Hill.