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AR HB1751

Bill

Status

Failed

5/1/2017

Primary Sponsor

Bruce Cozart

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly (2017 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Adds Arkansas Code § 23-88-106 to establish insurer responsibilities for hail damage roof repair claims on residential properties (1-4 family dwellings).

  • Requires insurers to pay for individual roof system items separately, including shingles, ridge caps, pipe jacks, turbines, vents, flashing, and other items requiring manipulation for replacement.

  • Prohibits insurers from requiring residential contractors to reuse existing roof line items and mandates minimum waste factors of 12% for hip roofs, 10% for gable roofs, and 15% for roofs with 10+ facets.

  • Requires insurers to match and maintain color and condition of roof slopes for roofs at least one year old, pay mandatory steep/high charges for shingle removal and replacement, and charge waste disposal fees only for full trailer or dumpster loads.

  • Establishes licensing requirements for sales representatives selling roof systems, including visible employer identification and a $50 license fee per representative.

Legislative Description

To Clarify The Responsibilities Of An Insurer For Application Of Insurance Proceeds For Roof Repair; And To Provide For Proper Allowances On A Roof Repair Insurance Claim.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment

5/1/2017

Committee Referrals

Insurance and Commerce3/1/2017

Full Bill Text

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