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AL HB405

Bill

Status

Passed

5/16/2012

Primary Sponsor

Mike Ball

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Origin

House of Representatives

Regular Session 2012

AI Summary

  • Allows homeowners to cancel written contracts with residential roofing contractors within 10 business days if the insurer denies coverage for all or part of the claim.

  • Requires contractors to provide insured parties with a boldface notice (minimum 10-point type) explaining cancellation rights and a detachable "NOTICE OF CANCELLATION" form before entering into a contract.

  • Prohibits contractors from requiring payment until the 10-day cancellation period expires, except for emergency services acknowledged in writing by the insured to prevent property damage.

  • Voids any contract provisions requiring fees (except emergency services) against an insured who cancels pursuant to this act.

  • Prohibits residential roofing contractors from representing or negotiating insurance claims on behalf of property owners related to roof repairs or replacements.

Legislative Description

Insurance, residential roofing contract cancellation prior to midnight of 5th business day, exceptions

Insurance

Last Action

Delivered to Governor at 11:59 p. m. on May 16, 2012.

5/16/2012

Committee Referrals

Finance and Taxation Education5/3/2012
Insurance2/23/2012

Full Bill Text

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