News Releases


May 2018
Insurers Encourage Storm Preparation for “Invest 90L” May 24
PCI Applauds Passage of International Insurance Capital Standards Provisions in S. 2155 May 22 \| All States, NAIC, Federal, International, District of Columbia
PCI Applauds Introduction of the Bipartisan PAID Act May 22 \| Federal
Planning & Preparation Key to Protecting Property, Loved Ones This Hurricane Season May 22 \| Multiple States
PCI Commends States for Modernizing Commercial Lines Rate and Form Filing May 22 \| Tennessee
Insurers Commend Governor McMaster for Signing Vision Bill May 21
Torrential Rains a Reminder for Residents on East Coast to Prepare Their Property for Storms May 18
Memorial Day Marks Start of Dangerous Driving Season May 16
Property/Casualty Insurance Industry’s Surplus Continued to Grow in 2017, Despite 15.8 Percent Drop in Net Income May 14
Insurers Commend Georgia Governor for Signing Hands-Free Georgia Act May 3 \| Georgia
Report: Rhode Island Drivers Could Pay Highest in Nation Auto Insurance Premiums if Legislation Banning Aftermarket Parts is Allowed to Pass May 2 \| Rhode Island
PCI Applauds Bipartisan Legislation to Allow Insurers a Voting Position on FSOC May 2 \| Federal
April 2018
Insurers Express Disappointment at Governor’s Veto of Legislation Addressing Pennsylvania’s Opioid Crisis April 30 \| Pennsylvania
Insurers Offer Recovery Advice to Storm Victims in the Southeast April 25 \| Florida
PCI Commends Senate Action on Opioids April 24
Step-by-Step Wildfire Recovery Guide April 20 \| Oklahoma
PCI Applauds Senate Bipartisan Business of Insurance Regulatory Reform Act April 18
PCI Applauds Senator Hatch for Raising the Importance of the PARTS Act April 18
NEW POLL: In Light of 4/20, Americans Ignoring the Risks of Marijuana-Impaired Driving April 18
Insurers Offer Recovery Advice to Storm Victims in the Southeast April 16
Insurers Ready to Help Oklahoma Residents Impacted by Wildfires April 13
Severe Storms are Brewing; PCI Urges Homeowners to Prepare for Tornado Season April 4
New Alaska Law is a Win-Win for Consumers April 3 \| Alaska
Gov. Ducey Approves Important Bill Preventing the Over Prescription of Opioids April 3 \| Arizona
March 2018
Distracted Driving Awareness Month Highlights Need for Changes in Driving Habits, Traffic Laws March 29
Kentucky Sends First Workers Compensation Reforms to Governor since 1996 March 28 \| Kentucky
Insurers Commend Georgia Senate for Passing Hands-Free Georgia Act March 27 \| Georgia
Insurers Ready to Help Floridians Impacted by Wildfires March 27 \| Florida
Insurers Offer Recovery Advice to Storm Victims in the Southeast March 21 \| Alabama
Insurers Commend Arkansas Legislature and Governor Hutchinson for Updating the Open Container Law March 21
PCI Encourages House Action on FSOC Improvement Act March 20 \| Federal
Nebraska Sends Assignment of Benefits Legislation to Governor March 19 \| Nebraska
Houston and Dallas Listed as Worst Cities for Towing Hassles in New Survey; PCI Offers Tips to Help Motorists March 19 \| Texas
Insurers Ready to Help Texans Impacted by Wildfires March 16 \| Texas
PCI Applauds Senate Passage of International Insurance Standards Accountability Provisions in S. 2155 March 14 \| Multiple States
Drive Responsibly this St. Patrick’s Day & Avoid Distractions March 14
Adjust Your Clock, Change Batteries, and Update Insurance March 7
PCI Board Chair Urges Congress to Pass the State Insurance Regulation Preservation Act March 7
PCI Urges Indiana's Governor to Sign Workers Compensation Formulary Bill March 7 \| Indiana
Kentucky Senate Moves No-Fault Reform to Help Control Costs for Consumers March 6 \| Kentucky
Final Days of Session: Insurers Launch Video on Importance of Legislation to Combat Distracted Driving in Florida March 6
Strong Nor’easter Pummels East Coast; PCI Offers Insurance Claims Tips to Help with Winter Storm Recovery March 5
North American Insurance Associations Affirm Support of NAFTA March 1
As Spring Flooding Risk Rises, PCI Says Review Insurance to Protect Your Property March 1
February 2018
Tell Senators to Strengthen South Dakota’s Texting While Driving Law February 27 \| South Dakota
CFA Report on Auto Insurance Pricing is Flawed February 26
PCI Offers Winter Weather Insurance Recovery Tips February 23
Severe Storm Season Already Beginning in Several States February 21
PCI Applauds Introduction of Legislation to Limit Duplicative Fed Supervision of Insurers February 16
PCI Encouraged by Trump’s Infrastructure Plan February 15
Couples: Don’t Forget Insurance this Valentine’s Day February 12
Now is the Time To Strengthen South Dakota’s Texting While Driving Law February 7 \| South Dakota
PCI Urges Maryland Lawmakers to Protect Insurance Consumers and Markets and Defeat HB 656 and HB 657 February 7
FL DNT TXT N DRV Coalition Praises House Committees for Sending Texting While Driving Legislation to House Floor February 1 \| Florida
January 2018
AIA and PCI Send Joint Letter Regarding Federal Tax Changes and Rate Filings January 31 \| All States, NAIC, Federal, International, District of Columbia
NFL Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre Combats Distracted Driving January 31
PCI: Keep Ball Moving Forward on Auto Glass Reform in Florida January 29 \| Florida
Property/Casualty Insurance Industry’s Net Income Drops 30.3 Percent in Nine-Months 2017 January 29
FL DNT TXT N DRV Coalition Gathers in Support of HB 33 January 25
Alaska Earthquake Wake Up Call to Get Prepared January 24 \| Alaska
PCI Responds to Commissioner Jones’ Statement on Federal Tax Reform and Insurers January 23 \| California
PCI Encourages House Action on Business of Insurance Regulatory Reform Act of 2017 January 17
PCI: Auto Glass Fraud is a Growing Problem in Florida January 16 \| Florida
PCI Responds to Wildfire Recovery Legislative Package January 16 \| California
2017 Marks Costliest Year on Record for Natural Disasters Making Investing in Disaster Mitigation More Valuable than Ever January 16 \| All States, NAIC, Federal, International, District of Columbia
PCI: “SB 150 Wipes Away Years of Reforms Helping Reduce Costs for Florida Drivers” January 10 \| Florida
FL DNT TXT N DRV Coalition Applauds House Subcommittee for Advancing Legislation to Make Texting While Driving a Primary Offense January 9 \| Florida
Say No to Double Taxation and Accident Response Fees in South Carolina January 9 \| South Carolina
Florida Insurers Identify AOB Abuse & Auto Safety as Two of the Top Priorities for 2018 Legislative Session January 8 \| Federal
PCI Offers Insurance Tips Following Major Snowstorm and Flooding in Northeast January 5 \| Massachusetts
ACIC Transitions to PCI Western Region Office January 4 \| California
Resolve to be Financially Prepared in 2018; Take Time to Purchase Renter’s Insurance January 4
Snow & Ice Headed for the Southeast; Insurers Say Now is the Time to Get Prepared January 2 \| Multiple States
PCI Offers Cold Weather Tips to Prevent Property Damage and Insurance Claims January 2 \| Multiple States
December 2017
Take Time Now to Update Insurance Coverage for the New Year December 28
Holidays Add to Distracted Driving Dangers December 19
Quick Tips to Avoid Home Fires during the Holidays December 19 \| All States, NAIC, Federal, International, District of Columbia
Wet and Wintery Roads are Coming; PCI Says Take a Winter Storm Reality Check and Be Ready December 14 \| All States, NAIC, Federal, International, District of Columbia
PCI Urges House Action on International Insurance Standards December 12 \| International
Wind-Driven Ventura Wildfires Damage Property; PCI Offers Residents Insurance Claims Tips December 5 \| California
PCI Hosts Forum on Dangers of Impaired Driving December 5
PCI Applauds Senate Action on International Insurance Standards Accountability December 5 \| Multiple States
PCI Calls on Florida Senate Banking & Insurance Committee to Address Auto Glass Abuse December 4 \| Florida
PCI Commends White Paper Highlighting the Need for Congress to Pass the PARTS Act December 1
November 2017
PCI to Host Forum on the Dangers of Impaired Driving November 30
Addressing Assignment of Benefits Abuse Tops the List of Action Steps Following One of the Most Active Hurricane Seasons November 29
NEW POLL: Marijuana Use Could be Jeopardizing Your Safety on the Roads November 28 \| All States, NAIC, Federal, International, District of Columbia