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FL S0202
Bill
Status
12/18/2014
Primary Sponsor
Commerce and Tourism
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AI Summary
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Allows personal lines insurance policyholders to affirmatively elect delivery of policy documents (policies, endorsements, notices) by electronic means instead of mail
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Defines "optional coverage" as new insurance coverage not previously requested or approved by the policyholder, excluding changes to base policy, deductibles, or insurance limits
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Requires insurers to provide advance written notice of policy term changes, which may be sent with the renewal premium notice or separately within the timeframe required for nonrenewal notices
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Mandates insurers provide a sample copy of the "Notice of Change in Policy Terms" to the policyholder's insurance agent before or at the same time the policyholder receives it
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Prohibits insurers from using the "Notice of Change in Policy Terms" to add optional coverage that increases premiums unless the policyholder affirmatively approves the addition
Legislative Description
Insurer Notifications
Last Action
Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 273 (Ch. 2015-170)
4/1/2015