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AR HB1868

Bill

Status

Failed

5/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lee Johnson

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Insurance companies must pay a fair and reasonable service fee directly to fire departments when responding to fires on insured properties within the department's district

  • Service fees are calculated based on "time on scene," defined as the documented time from arrival until the scene is cleared

  • Applies to structure fires, accidents, and motor vehicle fires where the fire department responds to an emergency call

  • Payments go directly from the insurer to the fire department, not through the property owner or policyholder

Legislative Description

To Require An Insurer To Pay A Fair And Reasonable Service Fee Directly To A Fire Department For Firefighting Services Based On Time On Scene.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Insurance and Commerce3/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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