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Starting May 1, 2025, the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance will require all producers and business entities to submit license change requests electronically via www.nipr.com. What This Means for You: After May 1st, OCI will no longer process paper or email requests for: Name changes (individual or business entities) Business or mailing address updates…
Read MoreBy: Ryan Bedroske, PIA Director With NCAA March Madness in full swing, it’s a sure sign that outdoor sports season is just around the corner here in Wisconsin. As a dad of three active kids involved in multiple youth sports, I can confirm-it’s a scheduling nightmare (and a whole lot of fun). Between practices, games,…
Read MoreOn March 18th, 2025, the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) issued a bulletin addressing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the insurance industry. This bulletin was drafted from and largely mirrors the NAIC Model Bulletin that was published in December of 2023. The bulletin has so far been similarly adopted by…
Read MorePIA encourages agents to review the following bulletin and to be aware that OCI is taking action against those they are alleging are engaging in fraudulent enrollment in the ACA. Please review OCI’s position and utilize PIA’s legal hotline with Axley Attorneys if needed. Date:Â March 14, 2025 TO: All Agents, Insurance Intermediaries, and Interested Parties…
Read MoreOn March 12th, insurance agents from across Wisconsin gathered for Wisconsin Insurance Agent Day at the Capitol, hosted by the PIA of Wisconsin and IIAW. Those in attendance participated in a crucial opportunity to advocate for independent agents, educate policymakers, and engage in discussions that will help shape the future of insurance in our state.…
Read MoreNeenah, Wis. (Feb. 28, 2025) – SECURA Insurance, a property-casualty insurance company, celebrated its 125th anniversary March 1, 2025. SECURA was founded in 1900 by Julius Bubolz, a local farmer, after a tornado tore through New Richmond, Wisconsin causing incredible property damage, killing more than 100 people and injuring 500 others. Bubolz knew something needed…
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