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IA&B is your advocate in Harrisburg, PA, Annapolis, MD and Dover, DE.

With a constant presence in the capitols, IA&B staff and lobbyists work daily to monitor legislation and regulations that affect independent agents. We advance laws and regulations that benefit independent insurance agencies, while opposing those that could harm your business. And in conjunction with our government affairs team in Washington, D.C., we monitor and advise on federal legislation.

AgentPAC is the state-based, bi-partisan political action committee which enhances IA&B’s advocacy efforts. AgentPAC pools the voluntary contributions of IA&B members and uses those funds to support the election of candidates and legislators who understand the issues important to the independent agent and broker community.

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NFIP Extended Until Sept. 30 (MD update)

March 19, 2025

The continuing resolution passed by Congress included an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the 33rd short-term extension since 2017.

NFIP Extended Until Sept. 30 (PA, DE update)

March 19, 2025

The continuing resolution passed by Congress included an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the 33rd short-term extension since 2017.

IA&B Agents Visit Legislative Hall in Dover

March 19, 2025

Review the legislation and proposals IA&B members discussed with state lawmakers this week.

MAIF Solvency Legislation Passes House

March 19, 2025

Review the IA&B-supported bill which would put guardrails on Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund (MAIF) ratemaking to help maintain solvency.

Home Improvement Contractor Bill Introduced

March 12, 2025

Review newly introduced legislation which carries support from the Delaware Department of Insurance to combat contractor fraud.

IA&B Opposes Sales Tax On Services Bill

March 12, 2025

IA&B testified this week in opposition to legislation which would establish a 2.5% sales tax rate on certain services in Maryland.

Insurance Commissioner Testifies on Department Budget

March 12, 2025

Read highlights from last week’s House Appropriations Committee meeting.

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IA&B Advocacy

Working for Independent Agents

Advocacy Headlines

NFIP Extended Until Sept. 30 (MD update)

NFIP Extended Until Sept. 30 (PA, DE update)

IA&B Agents Visit Legislative Hall in Dover

MAIF Solvency Legislation Passes House

Home Improvement Contractor Bill Introduced

IA&B Opposes Sales Tax On Services Bill

Insurance Commissioner Testifies on Department Budget

Do you have a question about legislative advocacy or would you like to get involved?

Contact John Savant

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