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PIA is making an IMPACT at the Statehouse

You can help by making a contribution       

PIA of Ohio could not be successful in its legislative and public affairs efforts without IMPACT. IMPACT helps independent agents across the state have a voice in the political arena by supporting the election of sensible leaders who will listen to agent and industry concerns. By combining your financial contribution with those of PIA members from across the state, IMPACT allows you to compete with big-money interests in the legislative arena. Contributions to IMPACT have helped increase agent clout, resulting in successes such as Ohio passing meaningful tort reform, electing a balanced Supreme Court and ensuring fairness in proposed compensation disclosure requirement laws.


PIA of Ohio President Terry Kelso, Senate Insurance Chairman Steve Stivers and
PIA Past President Dave Kotary		    

"With the dawn of 2007, we have a new state administration in Ohio. The same thing will happen next year at the federal level. Regardless of which party is in power, the dollars we as members of PIA contribute to IMPACT will enhance the development of influence which secures the future for ourselves and our fellow agents. Won't you please join me now in making that happen?"

David C. Kotary
2007 PIA of Ohio President


IMPACT Fundraising Kicks Off for '08
This year, in addition to the presidential race and all 18 of Ohio's congressional districts, Ohioans will be electing a multitude of candidates for positions within the state. The Ohio Supreme Court, currently entirely Republican, has two seats up on the ballot this year. At the Statehouse, all 99 Ohio House of Representative seats are up for re-election, along with 16 of the State Senate's seats.

With the number of races on the ballot, it is not hard to understand that 2008 is going to be a very demanding year for IMPACT, PIA's political action committee. Last year, a non-election year, IMPACT raised nearly $24,000. The magnitude of elections this year only increases the demands of our political action committee; especially given the plausibility that the outcomes of these elections can once again alter the balance of political power in Ohio. With no time to waste, IMPACT fundraising is underway for this year. Our goal is to raise more than $25,000. To date, $7,490 has been raised.

By supporting IMPACT, PIA members can help ensure the election of sensible leaders. IMPACT offers you a chance to have your voice, the independent agents' voice, represented in the political arena. Your contribution is your influence toward a better business climate in Ohio - and a stronger foundation for you to serve your clients' insurance needs. Let's keep the progress we've made going. Contribute to IMPACT today!

Please remember that corporate contributions are prohibited by law.

Questions about IMPACT?
Contact Carolyn Mangas at (800) 555-1742 or Carolyn@ohiopia.com.

View a list of IMPACT contributors

View PIA's Legislators Guide for the 127th General Assembly

View the latest IMPACT newsletter


Frequently Asked Questions

What is IMPACT?
The Insurance Marketers Political Action Coordinating Team, otherwise known as IMPACT, is PIA of Ohio's political action committee. IMPACT is the chief mechanism through which PIA facilitates political giving by individual PIA members to influence the result of legislative and statewide elections.

Why does IMPACT exist?
The purpose of IMPACT is to generate sufficient financial resources to provide meaningful support for statewide and legislative candidates who share PIA's views on critical issues and support the independent agent profession.

Why give to IMPACT instead of just giving to candidates directly?
By pooling their financial resources via IMPACT, individual agents can, in effect, make contributions in support of candidates in larger amounts than they might otherwise be able to make on their own. As a result, the overall impact (or, IMPACT) of the dollars being donated to a particular candidate is enhanced, something that raises the stature of PIA, helps it promote its agenda, and benefits individual agents.

When does PIA raise funds for IMPACT?
Because laws and regulations affecting agents never stop, fundraising efforts for IMPACT never stop.

How does PIA determine which candidates receive support from IMPACT?
Disbursement determinations regarding IMPACT funds are made by PIA's government affairs professionals, who continually evaluate candidates for statewide and legislative offices and make strategic decisions on which candidates to support and how much support to provide. These decisions are based on the amount of IMPACT funds available, a candidate's record on PIA issues, personal requests by PIA members, and the likelihood of a particular candidate to win his or her race for elected office.

How can I make my contribution and what forms of payment are accepted?
Contributions can be made to IMPACT by mailing a personal check to the PIA office. Checks should be made out to IMPACT. Contributions can also be made over the phone with a personal credit card. Please remember that corporate contributions are prohibited by law.