TWIA to Submit 0% Rate Filing for 2024 Policies
The decision was made despite the recommendations of an outside firm hired to look at rates adequacy and the recommendation of the TWIA Actuarial & Underwriting Committee.
The decision was made despite the recommendations of an outside firm hired to look at rates adequacy and the recommendation of the TWIA Actuarial & Underwriting Committee.
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Due to a recent change in law, the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) fee is increasing to $5.
In early January, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed a new rule that could potentially prohibit the use of most noncompete agreements.
Watch an overview of significant recent wins on Capitol Hill.
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State Senator Larry Taylor (R-Friendswood)
Early voting is open May 16 - 20 for the May 2022 Texas Primary Runoff.
Last week, IIAT representatives met with members of Congress and their staff to educate them on what an independent agent does, current federal legislation IIAT supports, and topics that the association would like to see addressed this year.
State Representative Mary Ann Perez (D-Houston) | Owner, Perez Insurance Agency
State Representative Cole Hefner (R-Mount Pleasant) | Owner, Hefner Group Insurance
The Legislative Conference will take place April 27-29 in Washington, D.C.
See just some of the ways the Big "I" advocates for you.
Meeting will address issues in the Texas workers’ compensation system.
Rule relates to the sale of substitutes to workers’ compensation insurance.
Attend the Joe Vincent Management Seminar to hear about the latest industry trends, challenges and legislation that could impact your business in the coming year.
The Big "I" created FAQs and a sample disclosure form on Producer Health Insurance Compensation Disclosure Requirements.
TWIA is revising its residential and commercial declarations pages as part of its policy administration system upgrades.
TWIA's Board of Directors is seeking interested persons to serve on TWIA’s Actuarial & Underwriting Committee.
TWIA's Board of Directors is seeking interested persons to serve on TWIA’s Actuarial & Underwriting Committee.
The award is the highest honor for a state regulator bestowed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.
The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is scheduled to expire tomorrow if legislation is not passed.
An IIAT member for more than 30 years, Taylor has been a strong advocate for independent agents.
As in previous years, the Big “I” was the only property-casualty insurance agent or broker group on the list from prominent political newspaper The Hill.
New Commissioner Cassie Brown has more than 20 years of public service experience.
The bill changes the requirements for certain lines of insurance.
The bill changes the requirements for certain lines of insurance.
"We are excited about the plans for our Government Affairs division. Lee and Regan will make a strong team and we will continue to make a lasting impact for our industry,” said IIAT President & Executive Director Marit Peters.
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On May 31st, the 87th Session of the Texas Legislature slowly and unceremoniously rolled to a stop. Lee Loftis looks back at one of the strangest sessions ever.
The Texas Senate has taken decisive action to stand with Texas small businesses.
SB 6 protects health care providers, first responders, businesses, schools, and houses of worship from a potential wave of COVID-19 related lawsuits.
A new rule requires individuals, agencies, and companies with a TDI license or registration to designate an email address we can use to send official communications.
The Keep Texas Trucking Coalition (KTTC) released the following statement regarding the passage on second reading of House Bill 19 by the Texas House of Representatives.
Read more about legislative efforts IIAT supports to end abusive lawsuits.
View the recordings of each session, including briefings by the Big “I" government affairs team, discussions with legislators and the State of the Association address by Big “I" Chairman Jon Jensen.
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Insurance rates for Texas small businesses are skyrocketing because of the massive increase in lawyer-driven commercial vehicle lawsuits. “It’s getting to the point where people don’t want to insure small business in Texas because there’s so much liability.”
Watch the latest edition of Mornings with Marit
The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) has issued a bulletin with guidance on adjusting claims for damage from the recent winter storm.
Capitol Inside, a prominent news source on state politics in Texas, has once again recognized IIAT among the top trade association lobbyists in Texas.
Throughout the legislative process, the Big “I" was the only producer group that advocated on behalf of agents and brokers to exclude them from this new onerous requirement. For various reasons, the other producer groups did not engage.
The COVID-19 relief package includes a number of consequential legislative victories for Big “I" members and their clients.