Captive Advocacy Starts Here.
VCIA consistently advocates for legislative policies that strengthen captive insurance companies and preserve Vermont's leadership as the world's premier domicile.
VCIA advocacy ensures that lawmakers understand the unique value captives provide before making decisions that could affect the entire industry.
Without strong advocacy, critical issues like tax treatment, regulatory requirements, and domicile competitiveness could be decided without input from those who understand captives best. We stand in the gap, representing your interests and fighting for a legislative environment that allows Vermont's captive insurance industry to thrive. Our advocacy protects the ecosystem that makes Vermont the #1 captive domicile in the world, further bolstering the Vermont Gold Standard.
The Gold Standard
Captive insurance doesn't operate in isolation. Legislative and regulatory decisions at both the state and federal levels directly impact how captives function, how they're taxed, and whether they remain a viable risk management tool for organizations worldwide.
Our Advocacy Partners
We build on strategic and collaborative relationships that advance captive insurance priorities and drive policy outcomes
Vermont State Legislators
We work closely with Vermont state legislators to shape policies that maintain our competitive edge as a domicile. From tax policy to regulatory frameworks, state-level decisions determine whether Vermont remains the preferred choice for captive formations worldwide. We ensure Montpelier lawmakers understand how their decisions impact the 683 active Vermont-licensed captives and the economic vitality they bring to our state.
Federal Lawmakers
At the federal level, we engage with members of Congress on issues like federal tax treatment of captives, IRS regulations, and legislative proposals that could impact alternative risk financing. We bring the captive industry's perspective to Washington, ensuring that federal policies recognize the legitimate business purpose captives serve and don't inadvertently threaten this important risk management tool.
NAIC (National Association of Insurance Commissioners)
The NAIC develops model insurance laws and regulations that influence captive oversight across all domiciles. We participate in NAIC discussions to advocate for regulatory standards that are appropriate for captive insurance structures while maintaining the flexibility and efficiency that make captives valuable to their parent organizations.
Our Advocacy Approach
Effective advocacy requires strategy, persistence, and credibility. Here's how we make the captive industry's voice heard
Education & Expertise
We provide policymakers with data, economic impact studies, and expert testimony that illustrate how captives benefit businesses and contribute to Vermont's economy. We help legislators understand that captives aren't just insurance companies—they're strategic risk management tools that keep Vermont competitive.
Relationship Building
Strong advocacy is built on trust. We maintain year-round relationships with key decision-makers in Montpelier and Washington D.C., ensuring VCIA has a seat at the table when captive-related legislation arises. Our Legislative Day events bring members directly into conversations with lawmakers.
Rapid Response
When threats to the captive industry emerge—whether it's unfavorable tax proposals or regulatory overreach—we're ready to act immediately. Our established relationships and industry credibility allow us to respond quickly and effectively to protect member interests.
Coalition Partnerships
When appropriate, we collaborate with other captive associations, business groups, and industry stakeholders to strengthen our advocacy efforts and build broader support for policies that benefit the captive insurance industry.
Inside Access. Real Impact.
VCIA Members gain exclusive access to advocacy efforts, legislative insights, and direct engagement opportunities that protect and advance the captive insurance industry in Vermont and beyond
VCIA Legislative Day
Attend this annual event in Montpelier, Vermont and engage state lawmakers
Advocacy Committee Access
Participate in quarterly committee meetings and help shape legislative priorities for the Vermont captive industry. Work directly with the VCIA President, Ian Davis and process real-time updates from VCIA lobbying firms. Active memership required.
Exclusive Legislative Reports
Receive detailed reports from Legislative Day and Hill Day events unavailable to non-member organizations
VCIA Hill Day
A revived annual tradition, as a VCIA delegation conducts meetings with federal lawmakers to raise awareness about captives and protect captive priorities.
Federal Legislative Briefings
Join biannual briefings, just for member organizations, from our Washington D.C. lobbyist partner on federal captive legislation
Member-Only Legislative Updates
Access legislative memos and real-time alerts on breaking captive insurance news through our member forum
Your Membership Strengthens Our Voice
VCIA advocacy is only as strong as our membership. When your organization joins VCIA, you're not just getting education, networking, and industry insights—you're adding your voice to the advocacy efforts that protect Vermont's position as the world's leading captive domicile.
