HI SCR159

Requests the Insurance Commissioner to convene a working group to explore electronic transmission of insurance notices and documents and potential increases to Hawaii's minimum motor vehicle liability coverage.

Working group to include the Insurance Commissioner and representatives from the Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation, Property Casualty Insurers Association of America, Hawaii Insurers Council, and State Farm Insurance Company.

Working group directed to develop alternatives for insurance notices and documents that balance electronic convenience with consumer protection, and consider reforms to offset premium increases from higher liability coverage requirements.

Notes Hawaii's current minimum liability coverage of $20,000 per person/$40,000 per accident has remained unchanged since 1997 and Hawaii is among only 15 states with such low minimums.

Requires the working group to submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2014 Regular Session convenes.