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Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2026

April 27, 2026

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Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.Apr 27, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The bill ensures the federal government continues to act as a for commercial property and casualty insurance claims resulting from acts of terrorism through 2034, affecting how insurers price and provide coverage for large-scale risks.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Commercial Insurance Companies

These entities rely on the federal backstop to manage risk exposure for potential terrorism-related claims.

Commercial Property Owners

The availability and pricing of terrorism risk insurance coverage for their properties are influenced by the existence of this federal program.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill extends the federal Terrorism Risk Insurance Program for seven years, moving the program's expiration date from 2027 to 2034. It also updates the timelines for federal payments made under the program.

Why It Matters

The bill ensures the federal government continues to act as a for commercial property and casualty insurance claims resulting from acts of terrorism through 2034, affecting how insurers price and provide coverage for large-scale risks.

Key Facts

  • Extends the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program termination date from December 31, 2027, to December 31, 2034.
  • Updates mandatory recoupment schedule dates for federal insurance payments.
  • Amends Section 108(a) of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002.
  • Amends Section 103(e)(7)(E)(i) of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002 regarding recoupment timing.
  • Introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2026, by a bipartisan group of 23 senators.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program?
It is a federal program that provides a government for insurance claims arising from certified acts of terrorism, helping to ensure that commercial insurance remains available and affordable.
How long would this extension last?
The bill proposes a 7-year extension, moving the program's expiration date to 2034.

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Lobbying Activity

1607 STRATEGIES, LLC

on behalf of Travelers Companies, Inc. and subsidiaries

2026

INSURANCEFINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS/INVESTMENTS/SECTORTSLAW ENFORCEMENT/CRIME/CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Issues related to the property and casualty insurance industry. Issues related to the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program. H.R. 7128, TRIA Program Reauthorization Act of 2026, all provisions.

1607 STRATEGIES, LLC

on behalf of American Property Casualty Insurance Association

2026

INSURANCEBUDGET/APPROPRIATIONSTORTS

Issues relating to the reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program and other Issues related to flood insurance. Issues related to the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Issues regarding environmental policies and their consideration by insurers and state insurance regulators. Issues related to the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program. H.R. 7128, TRIA Program Reauthorization Act of 2026, all provisions.

1607 STRATEGIES, LLC

on behalf of Travelers Companies, Inc. and subsidiaries

2026

INSURANCEFINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS/INVESTMENTS/SECTORTSLAW ENFORCEMENT/CRIME/CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Issues related to the property and casualty insurance industry. Issues related to the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program. H.R. 7128, TRIA Program Reauthorization Act of 2026, all provisions.

1607 STRATEGIES, LLC

on behalf of American Property Casualty Insurance Association

2026

INSURANCEBUDGET/APPROPRIATIONSTORTS

Issues relating to the reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program and other Issues related to flood insurance. Issues related to the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Issues regarding environmental policies and their consideration by insurers and state insurance regulators. Issues related to the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program. H.R. 7128, TRIA Program Reauthorization Act of 2026, all provisions.

STEPTOE LLP

on behalf of WHOLESALE & SPECIALTY INSURANCE ASSOCIATION

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Discoveries

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policy shift90% confidence

Long-term Program Stability

The 7-year extension indicates a preference for long-term certainty in the insurance market rather than short-term renewals.

Connected Entities

personMr. McCormickLead sponsor of the bill in the Senate.Map →
organizationCommittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban AffairsThe committee to which the bill was referred for review.Map →

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