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CT HB06952

Bill

Status

Passed

6/19/2015

Primary Sponsor

Insurance and Real Estate Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits life insurance and annuity policies issued in Connecticut from excluding coverage for death related to war (declared or undeclared) or military service for active members of the armed forces or National Guard.

  • Permits exclusions only for accidental death benefits such as double indemnity coverage.

  • Requires all life insurance and annuity policy forms to be filed with and approved by the Insurance Commissioner before delivery or issuance.

  • Allows life insurance policies to include optional health insurance riders if the rider is filed and approved by the Insurance Commissioner and the company is licensed to sell health insurance in Connecticut.

  • Effective October 1, 2015.

Legislative Description

An Act Prohibiting Certain Life Insurance Policy Exclusions For Active Members Of The Armed Forces And The National Guard.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

6/19/2015

Committee Referrals

Select Committee on Veterans' Affairs5/1/2015
Insurance and Real Estate3/4/2015

Full Bill Text

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