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CT HB06869
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2015
Primary Sponsor
Insurance and Real Estate Committee
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AI Summary
- Repeals and replaces Section 38a-354a of the general statutes, effective October 1, 2015
- Prohibits automobile physical damage appraisers from requiring automotive glass work be performed at specified facilities or glass shops
- Prohibits insurance companies and third-party claims administrators from requiring insureds to use specific persons for glass work, claiming delays will result from choosing non-participating shops, or scheduling appointments for insureds
- Requires glass claims representatives to inform insureds in initial contact that they have the right to choose a licensed glass shop and can state their preference
- Removes previous requirement that representatives provide names of at least one alternative glass shop when referring to company-owned facilities
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Automotive Glass Work Appointments.
Last Action
File Number 376
4/1/2015
Committee Referrals
Insurance and Real Estate2/20/2015
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