Effective advocacy does not begin and end according to legislative sessions . Effective advocacy is rooted in relationships and requires investment in mutual understanding and support . Our voice as independent insurance agent advocates is amplified by our political giving through KIAPAC . From taxes to tort reform , the Kansas Legislature each year considers bills that impact independent agents and their businesses . KIAPAC is a critical part of the association ’ s efforts to build relationships with Kansas elected officials and to keep members of the Legislature informed about issues impacting small businesses and the independent agent system . If you haven ’ t already , please consider becoming a KIAPAC member today so that our advocacy remains strong and effective for Kansas insurance agents . •
lawsuits being funded by third-parties , like venture capital and hedge funds . This bill remains alive for the 2024 legislative session and negotiations with legislators and industry stakeholders will continue .
Continuing Education . The Senate Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee considered a bill impacting insurance continuing education requirements . SB76 would no longer require some continuing education courses . The bill would also exempt insurance agents and public adjusters from continuing education courses if certain criteria related experience are met .
KAIA opposed this measure because the bill would negatively impact the system maintaining an effective and robust educational environment within the everchanging insurance industry . The bill remains alive for the 2024 legislative session .
we care about your community . because it ’ s our community too .
simple human sense ®
KIAPAC
Now that the Kansas Legislature has adjourned , election season is in full swing . The incredible stress that has been placed on all aspects of American life in recent weeks and months makes the prospect of political engagement unappealing to many . But the importance of targeted advocacy and meaningful participation in policymaking is evident . KAIA is the trusted voice for Kansas insurance agents and brokers – always working with lawmakers on policies affecting the insurance industry and our small business clients .
Effective advocacy does not begin and end according to legislative sessions . Effective advocacy is rooted in relationships and requires investment in mutual understanding and support . Our voice as independent insurance agent advocates is amplified by our political giving through KIAPAC . From taxes to tort reform , the Kansas Legislature each year considers bills that impact independent agents and their businesses . KIAPAC is a critical part of the association ’ s efforts to build relationships with Kansas elected officials and to keep members of the Legislature informed about issues impacting small businesses and the independent agent system . If you haven ’ t already , please consider becoming a KIAPAC member today so that our advocacy remains strong and effective for Kansas insurance agents . •
Dan Murray is a lobbyist for KAIA and has been in government relations for almost twenty years . He is a partner at Devine , Donley & Murray Governmental Affairs , LLC , and a U . S . Army veteran . He has a Bachelor ’ s degree in American Government and Politics from the U . S . Military Academy at West Point and a Masters in Public Administration from The University of Kansas . He may be reached at MGRKansas @ outlook . com . auto-owners . com
14 KANSAS INSURANCE AGENT & BROKER