Legislative Introduction Bulletin 04.27.26
Legislative Introduction Bulletin 04.27.2026 contains bills of interest that have been added to NYIA's tracking list from April 11, 2026, to April 25, 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:
- A1800 (Colton)/S10019 (Cleare)–Prohibits insurer from increasing auto insurance premiums upon renewal for persons 60 years of age or over solely on the ground of insureds' age. NYIA opposes.
- A11042 (Berger)/S5049 (Bailey)–Relates to licensing of independent insurance adjusters. NYIA supports.
- A3842A (Souffrant-Forrest)/S9942 (Bailey)–Requires carriers to reduce and report on underwriting and investments in "climate-adverse" projects, disclose specific data on homeowners and renters policies, and prohibits non-renewals of policies in communities vulnerable to "blue-lining," among other items. NYIA opposes.
- A11069 (Dilan)/S9156 (Gounardes)–Relates to the use of aerial images for the purposes of homeowners' insurance. 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.