NAMIC PAC- Washington DC 2015

It was another exciting year joining NAMIC PAC (National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies- Political Action Committee) to speak with our State Representatives and Senators regarding some issues associated with our Insurance Industry. It is vital for our companies (especially small county mutuals) to stay involved in the growing trends of the industry because what works for national and international companies do NOT work for our community based insurance companies. It is important that we meet with our representatives and make sure they know that some of the regulations that they are being asked to vote on effect the small companies in their hometowns/districts.

It works! As a result of  our efforts, they have already had Representative Fincher sign on to the International Insurance Standards Transparency and Policyholder Protection Act of 2015. Representative Fincher was also awarded the NAMIC Benjamin Franklin Award for all of his support of the Insurance Industry's issues.

So, a BIG Thank you to NAMIC for being the voice of over 1,500 Mutual Companies big and small, nationwide! Thank you to all of the State Representatives, Senators and their staff that we were able to meet with. We will see you again in 2016!

4th of July Safety

• Secure pets who are afraid of fireworks inside.
• Don't allow children to light fireworks. 
• Never place your body in the path of a firework.
• Don't allow young children t play with sparklers. They burn at around 2,000 degrees
• Do not aim fireworks at other people.
• Make sure the area where you light fireworks is free of dry grass, shrubs, trees, buildings and vehicles.
• Once a firework is done burning, pour water on it.

As you grill this holiday remember to:

• Never leave your grill unattended.
• Keep it clean of grease and fat buildup to prevent grease fires.
• Make sure gas connection is tight.
• Keep charcoal starter fluid away from children.