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GA HB463

Bill

Status

Passed

5/1/2012

Primary Sponsor

Ellis Black

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Georgia Insurance Commissioner to issue limited licenses to self-service storage facility owners, allowing them to sell personal property insurance to occupants in connection with rental agreements
  • Coverage is limited to loss of or damage to personal property stored at the facility during the rental agreement period, offered as either individual or group policies through a licensed insurer
  • Requires limited licensees to provide prospective occupants with written disclosures including coverage terms, insurer identity, claims process, pricing, deductibles, potential duplication of existing coverage, and cancellation/refund rights
  • Employees of licensed owners may sell coverage under the owner's supervision without a prelicensing examination, but must complete a training program conducted by a licensed instructor covering the authorized insurance products
  • Effective date of July 1, 2012; limited licensees remain subject to all penalties, fines, and criminal sanctions under Georgia's insurance code for any violations

Legislative Description

Limited licenses; insurance coverage on self-service storage; provide

Last Action

Effective Date

7/1/2012

Committee Referrals

Insurance and Labor2/28/2012
Insurance3/4/2011

Full Bill Text

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