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AK HB29
Bill
Status
Vetoed
8/1/2024
Primary Sponsor
Kevin McCabe
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AI Summary
- Prohibits insurance companies from refusing to issue, renew, or cancel coverage solely because a person is an elected official
- Bars insurers from limiting coverage scope, denying claims, or increasing premiums based solely on a person's elected official status
- Allows insurers to take these actions if based on sound underwriting or actuarial principles related to actual or anticipated losses, or if required by law or regulation
- Defines "elected official" as members of the legislature, governor, lieutenant governor, congressional delegation members, constitutional convention delegates, and local government officials (mayors, assembly, council, or school board members)
- Applies to insurance policies issued, delivered, or renewed on or after the Act's effective date
Legislative Description
Insurance Discrimination
Insurance
Last Action
VETOED BY GOVERNOR 7/30/24
8/1/2024
Committee Referrals
Rules5/9/2024
Labor & Commerce5/15/2023
Labor & Commerce1/19/2023
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