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DE HB223

Bill

Status

Introduced

6/16/2009

Primary Sponsor

Valerie Longhurst

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Origin

House of Representatives

145th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Authorizes insurers to deliver notices and documents electronically (via email or posting on electronic networks) instead of by mail, provided the method complies with Delaware's Uniform Electronic Transactions Act

  • Requires insurers to obtain affirmative consent from policyholders before sending electronic communications, with clear disclosure of the right to receive paper copies, withdraw consent, and the hardware/software requirements for access

  • Mandates that insurers notify parties if hardware or software requirement changes could prevent access to electronic documents, and allows parties to withdraw consent without penalty in such cases

  • Applies to all insurance transactions under Title 18 and motor vehicle insurance notices under Title 21, Section 2118, and extends to regulatory filings with the Delaware Department of Insurance

  • Preserves existing electronic consent arrangements established before the act's effective date, requiring insurers only to notify those parties of documents that may be delivered electronically and their right to withdraw consent

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To School Meals.

Last Action

Introduced and Assigned to Education Committee in House

6/16/2009

Committee Referrals

Education6/16/2009

Full Bill Text

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