vol. 2025, ed. 05

TORT REFORM UPDATE: S. 244 Supporters Rally at the State House
Justice Act of 2025 introduced in full Senate
Senate bill 244, known as Justice Act of 2025, is expected to be introduced in the full Senate on March 5. Major supporters of the bill rallied at the State House along with business leaders from across the state on the morning of March 5 in support of the bill. 

Please continue to reach out to your Senators to let them know that it is time to fix an unfair, out-of-balance legal system that forces businesses to pay for damages that someone else is responsible for. Your grassroots involvement is crucial in shaping a more sustainable business climate and insurance market in South Carolina. View information about the bill as well as updates on its progress on our Tort Reform Resource page for members. Click more for photos from this morning's press conference. (+ More...)

CTA Reporting Requirements Reinstated
By Beth Smoller, COO & General Counsel, Kansas Assn Insurance Agents
A recent ruling in a federal court in Texas has reinstated the Corporate Transparency Act’s (“CTA”) reporting requirements. There are two important takeaways for independent agents on this action. First, insurance agencies are exempt from CTA reporting requirements directly as a result of the National Big I lobbying efforts. Second takeaway is that even though your agency is exempt, your clients may not be.   (+ More...)

Nominate this year's SC Outstanding CSR of the Year
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 SC Outstanding CSR of the Year. This award is the highest honor for insurance customer service representatives who have distinguished themselves through contributions to their industry and profession. Final entry submission deadline is May 1. Find entry forms and view past winners on our award webpage.  (+ More...)

IIABSC Spring Conference preregistration closes NEXT FRIDAY
Popular event to be held March 26-27 in Columbia, SC
Spring Conference returns to the Columbia Metro Convention Center in downtown Columbia March 26-27. Registration is now open for all attendees, and pre-registration closes next Friday, March 14. Onsite registration will be available at increased pricing. Our Spring Conference offers valuable opportunities for insurance professionals to multiply their visibility, increase their knowledge, enhance industry resources, and engage with exhibitors, new contacts and colleagues. This year's lineup includes three hours' ethics CE and a course approved for E&O loss control credit. View updated agenda and session topics on our event webpage.  (+ More...)

Achieve your 2025 Goals with the IA MBA program
Program starts March 26 | live sessions to be held on Wednesdays
Want to elevate your team’s success in 2025? The IA-MBA is a streamlined 10-week learning and networking program designed for independent insurance agents. Learn critical skills in people and financial management that will drive real results. You'll learn organizational leadership to align your team to achieve shared vision and goals, people management strategy to empower your entire team and financial mastery to build a more profitable business. This program kicks off March 26 and pairs self-paced learning with bi-weekly live sessions with your peers and industry experts for real-time coaching and discussion. Participants have lifetime access to course materials.   (+ More...)

Trusted Choice GIVE Movement seeking TOP AGENCY GIVERS
Week of giving in early June to benefit Make-a-Wish South Carolina
We are participating once again in the Trusted Choice GIVE Movement this June 1-8. This annual project led by our young agents encourages agencies, affiliates and partners to come together for a week of giving to benefit an incredibly inspirational and worthy cause. Together our donations have the potential for life-changing impact for children and families in South Carolina through Make-A-Wish South Carolina. Our goal in 2025 is to raise $30,000 - enough to grant the wishes of FOUR local children. If your agency wishes to participate in this campaign at a higher level, please consider becoming one of our TOP AGENCY GIVERS. Those organizations that donate a minimum of $1,000 to the campaign will receive recognition throughout our week of giving.   (+ More...)