Laura Crowell, Author at Agenzee

Laura Crowell, CPSR

Insurance Licensing Administrator

Laura Crowell is a seasoned insurance professional with over 25 years of experience specializing in agency contracting, licensing, and appointment management. In her role as Insurance Licensing Administrator at Agenzee, Laura helps streamline processes, enhance customer engagement, and support innovation in licensing and appointment management technology.

With a background in education, a P&C license, and a CPSR designation, Laura brings a strong understanding of the importance of training, communication, and organized data management. She is dedicated to delivering an easy-to-use SaaS platform that simplifies licensing operations and enables administrators to focus on higher-value work.

Latest articles

State Updates

Colorado Clarifies Non-Admitted Insurance Premium Tax Reporting

The Colorado Division of Insurance has reissued Bulletin B-2.10, providing updated guidance for surplus lines brokers and organizations responsible for reporting non-admitted insurance premium tax. The bulletin confirms the use of the Florida Surplus Lines SLIP+ for States reporting platform and reiterates how the Non-admitted and Reinsurance Reform Act (NRRA) affects home-state tax obligations. With quarterly reporting requirements, strict filing deadlines, and potential penalties for noncompliance, the update serves as an important reminder for insurance professionals managing surplus lines activity involving Colorado risks.

License Management

Modernizing Appointment Oversight for Insurance Carriers

Carrier appointment management is no longer a static administrative task, it is a continuous compliance function. As producer networks expand across states and product lines, manual tracking creates unnecessary risk and inefficiency. Modern platforms centralize appointment data, synchronize licensing information, and automate expiration monitoring. This approach enables carriers to maintain accurate records, improve audit readiness, and streamline onboarding. Proactive appointment oversight protects regulatory authority while reducing operational friction for internal compliance and distribution teams.

State Updates

Georgia Ends NIPR Processing for New Resident License Applications

Georgia has announced a procedural update impacting how new resident license applications are submitted. Beginning April 1, 2026, applicants will no longer submit new resident applications through NIPR. Instead, filings must be completed directly through the Georgia state licensing system. This change applies only to new residents’ submissions. Renewal applications and non-resident licensing remain available through existing processes. Agencies should review licensing workflows to ensure compliance and avoid disruption.

State Updates

New York Allows 30-Day Grace Period for Excess Line Broker Tax Filing

The New York Department of Financial Services has issued a temporary penalty waiver affecting excess line broker annual tax filings for 2026. Under New York Insurance Law, brokers are normally required to file their annual premium tax statement electronically by March 15. However, due to questions surrounding access to the Department’s new DFS ID authentication system, the Superintendent has granted a penalty waiver through April 14, 2026. The announcement provides brokers with additional time to complete required filings while navigating the updated login system and ensuring compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.