2019
WASHINGTON, DC, March 27, 2020— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) thanks the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which would provide significant funding to fight coronavirus, or COVID-19, while also providing immediate relief to individuals and small businesses all over the country.
WASHINGTON, DC, March 26, 2020— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) thanks the U.S. Senate for passing the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which would provide significant funding to fight coronavirus, or COVID-19, while also providing immediate relief to individuals and small businesses all over the country.
WASHINGTON, D.C., December 17, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) commends the U.S. House of Representatives for passing legislation that would reauthorize the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA), extend the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and repeal the Affordable Care Act’s “Cadillac tax,” all as part of government funding legislation.
WASHINGTON, D.C., November 21, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external, industry and government affairs, on the Congressional reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
ALEXANDRIA, VA, November 21, 2019—Veruna is the newest company partner of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America’s Agents Council for Technology (ACT).
WASHINGTON, D.C., November 18, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) thanks the U.S. House of Representatives for passing H.R. 4634, the “Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act,” in a strong bipartisan vote.
WASHINGTON, D.C., November 20, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) thanks the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs for passing S. 2877, the “Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act.”
WASHINGTON, D.C., October 31, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) thanks the House Financial Services Committee for unanimously passing H.R. 4634, the “Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act.”
WASHINGTON, D.C., September 30, 2019 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I' senior vice president of external, industry and government affairs, on the introduction of the International Insurance Standards Act of 2019.
WASHINGTON, D.C., September 25, 2019 -- The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) thanks the U.S. House of Representatives for passing legislation which would protect agents and brokers who write insurance coverage for legitimate cannabis-related businesses from criminal prosecution and civil liability. H.R. 1595, the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act overwhelmingly passed the House with a vote of 321-103.
WASHINGTON, D.C., September 19, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I') thanks the U.S. House of Representatives for passing a measure to extend the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through November 21st as part of government funding legislation.
ALEXANDRIA, VA, Sept. 19, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) installed South Carolina’s Jon Jensen, Correll Insurance Group, Spartanburg, as 2019-20 Big “I” chairman at the recent Big “I” Fall Leadership Conference in Savannah, Georgia.
ALEXANDRIA, VA – September 17, 2019 – Applied Systems and InVEST today announced the findings of a survey conducted to understand Generation Z’s awareness of career opportunities within the insurance industry and their outlook on pursuing work in this field. The report, The Future of Insurance: Bye-Bye Boomers, Hello Digital Natives, focuses on how insurance companies and agencies can leverage this information to have the greatest chance of attracting the next generation of workers.
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 4, 2019—Rigid Bits is the newest company partner of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America’s Agents Council for Technology (ACT).
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, August 29, 2019—Levitate is the newest company partner of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America’s Agents Council for Technology (ACT).
Alexandria, VA – Aug. 22, 2019 – InVEST, the insurance industry’s premier classroom-to-career education program, is pleased to announce that Darcy Waddell has been appointed to its national board. Waddell is vice president of education services at Applied Systems, a leading global provider of cloud-based software that powers the business of insurance.
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 19, 2019 The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) applauds Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-Illinois) and Rep. Glenn Thompson (R-Pennsylvania) for founding the bipartisan Congressional Crop Insurance Caucus.
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 18, 2019 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I') today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I' senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs, on the Senate introduction of the NFIP Reauthorization Act (NFIP-RE) of 2019:
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 17, 2019—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) today applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing legislation which would repeal the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) 40% excise tax or “Cadillac” tax. Reps. Joe Courtney (D-Connecticut) and Mike Kelly (R-Pennsylvania) are the lead sponsors of H.R. 748, the Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act.
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 10, 2019—Heather Eilers-Bowser has joined the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) Capitol Hill team as federal government affairs counsel. Her role will include federal legislative and regulatory policy analysis and working with members of Congress and their staff on issues impacting the independent agency system and the insurance market.
Alexandria, VA – June 12, 2019 – InVEST, the insurance industry’s premier classroom to career education program, announced today that it has awarded $53,500 in scholarships to 37 students pursuing insurance-related degrees. A non-profit organization, InVEST works in high school and college classrooms across the U.S. to educate, train and attract the next generation of insurance professionals for an industry that will need more than 400,000 workers in the next five years.
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 12, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I') thanks the House Financial Services Committee for passing a measure to extend the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) for five years.
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 3, 2019 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I') today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I' senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs, on the Congressional reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP):
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 30, 2019 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I') today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I' senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs, on the Congressional reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) before the May 31 deadline:
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 23, 2019 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I') praises the U.S. Senate for passing a measure to extend the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through Sept. 30.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 16, 2019 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I') today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I' senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs:
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 14, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I') thanks the U.S. House of Representatives for passing a measure to extend the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through Sep. 30.
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 9, 2019—DAIS is the newest company partner of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America’s Agents Council for Technology (ACT).
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 8, 2019 - The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I') today announced that Rep. Stephanie Murphy (D-Florida) will address the Young Agents & InsurPac State Chairpersons Legislative Luncheon at the annual Big “I' Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 13, 2019— Today, the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) testified at a hearing before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services entitled “Preparing for The Storm - Reauthorization of The National Flood Insurance Program.” Chris Heidrick, CPCU, ANFI, CFP®, principal of Heidrick & Company Insurance and Risk Management Services in Sanibel, Florida and Big “I” Flood Insurance Task Force chairman, testified on behalf of the association.
WASHINGTON, March 12, 2019 – The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) today released a proposed Fiscal Year 2020 budget that includes steep cuts to the Department of Agriculture and federal crop insurance program. OMB’s budget proposal is not expected to receive serious consideration by Congress.
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 8, 2019 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”) today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs:
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 5, 2019—AVYST is the newest company partner of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America’s Agents Council for Technology (ACT).
Alexandria, VA, March 1, 2019 –Today InVEST and the Big “I” Diversity Council announced Indiana State University, Ohio State University and the University of North Texas as the winning teams in the 2nd Annual College Agency Management Competition. Winners were chosen based on business results of owning and operating a virtual insurance agency.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 26, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced that House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Richard Neal (D-Massachusetts) will address the association’s membership on Thursday, May 9, 2019.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 11, 2019— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced that FOX News Sunday host Chris Wallace will be a featured speaker at the annual Big “I” Legislative Conference.
Alexandria, VA – Feb. 4, 2019 – Today kicks off the 2nd annual College Agency Management Competition hosted by InVEST and the Big “I” Diversity Council. The event is designed to teach college students the basics of entrepreneurship, insurance agency management and business operations through a virtual online competition developed by PriSim.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Jan. 24. 2019 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today released the following statement by Bob Rusbuldt, Big “I” President & CEO on the introduction of the “Cadillac” tax repeal:
WASHINGTON, D.C., January 18, 2019 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) commends the Trump Administration for finalizing an IRS regulation making clear that owners and shareholders of insurance agencies and brokerages organized as pass-through entities can fully benefit from a new tax deduction.
WASHINGTON (January 18, 2019)—The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers and the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America issue the following joint statement:
2018
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 31, 2018 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) praises the U.S. Senate for passing a measure to extend the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through Nov. 30.
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 25, 2018 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) thanks the U.S. House of Representatives for passing a measure to extend the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through Nov. 30.
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 10, 2018 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for passing H.R. 4537, the “International Insurance Standard Act of 2018,” by Reps. Sean Duffy (R-Wisconsin) and Denny Heck (D-Washington).
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 28, 2018 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I') today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I' senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs, on the passage of a Farm Bill that supports the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP):
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 21, 2018 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today applauds the House’s support of a strong Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP) in passing H.R. 2, the “Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018,” by Rep. Mike Conaway (R-Texas).
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 17, 2018 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs, on the failure of a Farm Bill amendment that would have effectively phased out the Federal Crop Insurance Program.
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 13, 2018— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced that House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer (D-Maryland) will address the association’s membership on Thursday, April 19, 2018.
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 5, 2018— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced that Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky) will address the association’s membership on Thursday, April 19, 2018.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 14, 2018— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced that Rep. Kathleen Rice (D-New York) will address the Young Agents & InsurPac State Chairpersons Legislative Luncheon at the annual Big “I” Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., January 23, 2018— The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today released the following statement from Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs, on the two-year delay of “Cadillac” tax.
2017
WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 14, 2017—Today the House of Representatives passed H.R. 2874, “The 21st Century Flood Reform Act,” introduced by Rep. Sean Duffy (R-Wisconsin). This legislation reauthorizes the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) for five years and makes several reforms to the program. The bill now heads to the Senate where lawmakers in that chamber will decide whether to take up the House version of the flood bill or craft their own reauthorization legislation.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 2, 2017—The Hill, a leading political newspaper, has named Bob Rusbuldt, Big “I” president & CEO, and Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external, industry, and government affairs, among the top trade association lobbyists in Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C., September 27, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today released a statement by Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external, industry, and government affairs.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 8, 2017 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 1, 2017 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external, industry & government affairs:
WASHINGTON, D.C., June 21, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today released the following statement by Charles Symington, Big “I” senior vice president of external and government affairs:
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 30, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) released the following statement regarding Sen. Jim Bunning (R-Kentucky) from Robert Rusbuldt, Big “I” president & CEO:
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 24, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) has bestowed the Sidney O. Smith Award to Lee Schilling, president of Schilling & Reid Insurance in Amite, Louisiana.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 23, 2017 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) bestowed an inaugural award to the Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska (IIAN) for membership development at the association’s largest annual gathering.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 23, 2017—Spencer Houldin, Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) chairman, recently honored J. Ralph Murray of Stamford, Connecticut, for his long-standing commitment to the independent insurance agency community.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 19, 2017 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) recently bestowed the award for membership growth to the Independent Insurance Agents of North Dakota (IIAND) at the association’s largest annual gathering.
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 17, 2017–Trusted Choice® has awarded the annual Dan Fulwider Award for Community Involvement to Harry Swimmer, founder of the Swimmer Insurance Agency in Charlotte, North Carolina.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 11, 2017—Rep. Greg Walden, chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee, delivered a keynote address to the annual Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) Large Agent/Broker & CEO Dinner.
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 10, 2017 – The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) Young Agents Committee (YAC) raised more than $26,000—including $17,599 in a silent auction—this year for InVEST, a one-of-a-kind financial literacy program that educates high school and college students about insurance, risk management and financial services.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 9, 2017—Rep. Joe Kennedy III (D-Massachusetts) addressed the Young Agents & InsurPac State Chairpersons Legislative Luncheon during the annual Big “I” Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 9, 2017—Sen. Cory Gardner (R-Colorado) delivered a keynote address to the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) membership at its annual Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 8, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers (IIABA or the Big “I”) has awarded Charles “Cappy” Stults with the Woodworth Memorial Award, the highest honor the association bestows on one of its members, during the annual Big “I” Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 8, 2017—Sen. Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) delivered a keynote address to the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) membership at its annual Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 7, 2017 —The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) bestowed two inaugural awards for membership development at the annual Big “I” Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 5, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today presented Applied Systems, Central Insurance Companies, EMC Insurance Companies and Travelers Insurance Companies with the prestigious Best Practices Award of Excellence at the Big “I” Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 4, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America National Young Agents Committee (YAC) welcomes Nevada young agent Jana Schellin Foster, recipient of the 2017 Maurice Herndon Scholarship award, to Washington, D.C., this week for the Big “I” Legislative Conference. Schellin Foster is part owner and agency manager at the Nevada Insurance Agency company in Carson City, Nevada.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 3, 2016—Sen. Dean Heller (R-Nevada) is the Gerald Solomon-Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) Legislator of the Year for 2016.
WASHINGTON--The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) to host its Annual Legislative Conference, May 3-5, 2017.
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 26, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced that Sen. Cory Gardner (R-Colorado) will address the association’s membership on Thursday, May 4, 2017.
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 26, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today thanks the White House for releasing details on President Trump’s comprehensive tax plan. Among its numerous provisions, the plan would significantly cut both the corporate tax rate and the tax rate for pass through businesses to 15%.
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 25, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced that Kim Lancer, TeleTech Consulting senior facilitator and executive coach, will address the association’s Diversity Task Force, leadership and members at a special event during the annual Legislative Conference on Friday, May 5, at 12:00 p.m. EDT.
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, April 6, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced the participants for a top insurance carrier CEO panel discussion that will occur on Friday, May 5, during its annual Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 22, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today expresses concern over the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of H.R. 372, the “Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2017,” by Rep. Paul Gosar (R-Arizona). H.R. 372 would repeal the limited antitrust exemption for health insurers established by the McCarran-Ferguson Act.
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 8, 2017 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today applauded Sens. Dean Heller (R-Nevada) and Jon Tester (D-Montana) and Reps. Dennis Ross (R-Florida) and Kathy Castor (D-Florida) for introducing the “Flood Insurance Market Parity and Modernization Act.” This legislation allows for private flood insurance to satisfy National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) continuous coverage requirements; meaning that policyholders can obtain NFIP coverage without losing their grandfathered status if they leave the program, obtain coverage in the private market, and later find that this new coverage no longer meets their needs.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 28, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced at Rep. Joe Kennedy, III (D-Massachusetts) will address the Young Agents & InsurPac State Chairpersons Legislative Luncheon at the annual Big “I” Legislative Conference.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 9, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today announced that Sen. Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) will address the association’s membership on Thursday, May 4, 2017.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 3, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) praises action taken today by the Trump Administration calling for the Department of Labor (DOL) to halt implementation of the Obama Administration’s controversial fiduciary rule and undergo a complete re-review of the measure.
WASHINGTON, D.C., Jan. 11, 2017 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today congratulates Quincy L. Branch, president & CEO of Branch Benefits Consultants in Las Vegas, on his appointment to the Federal Advisory Committee on Insurance (FACI). FACI is a committee composed of various state government officials, insurance professionals and consumer advocates that advises the Federal Insurance Office (FIO).
WASHINGTON, D.C., Jan. 10, 2017—The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) today expresses its support for U.S. Senate and House of Representatives legislation which would repeal the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) 40% excise tax or “Cadillac tax.” Sens. Dean Heller (R-Nevada) and Martin Heinrich (D-New Mexico) are the lead sponsors of S. 58 in the Senate while Reps. Mike Kelly (R-Pennsylvania) and Joe Courtney (D-Connecticut) are the lead House sponsors of H.R. 173.
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