Legislative Introduction Bulletin 02.02.2026 contains bills of interest that have been added to NYIA's tracking list between January 16, 2026 and January 30, 2026. If you would like a copy of a particular bill or sponsor memo, please visit the Senate or Assembly websites, which are linked in the bulletin.

The document includes the following key bills:

• S9082 (Bailey) - Prohibits public adjusters from contacting certain persons regarding a property that has sustained damage from a damaging event within seventy-two hours of such damaging event. NYIA strongly supports.
• A9571 (Bronson) - Relates to increasing short term disability benefits for workers compensation. NYIA opposes.

As any of these bills move through the legislative process, we will notify you under separate cover and take appropriate action on your behalf. If any member has a different viewpoint than the recommended position and priority listed, you’re encouraged to contact NYIA at your earliest convenience.

If you have any questions on any of these pieces of legislation, please contact Bob Farley at bfarley@nyia.org or Staci Steinfeld at ssteinfeld@nyia.org. If you would like a complete Excel spreadsheet of all bills introduced in the 2025-2026 session that are being tracked by NYIA, please contact Staci.