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HI HB2054
Bill
Status
1/22/2024
Primary Sponsor
Greggor Ilagan
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AI Summary
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Requires the Hawaii Property Insurance Association to offer homeowners insurance policy options that exclude lava coverage in addition to standard policies.
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Addresses high insurance premiums in lava zones of Hawaii County caused by volcanic risk, limited private insurer competition, and increased reinsurance costs following the 2018 lower Puna lava flow eruption.
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Allows homeowners to purchase property and casualty or fire insurance covering traditional risks without paying for volcano-related coverage separately.
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Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 431:21-109(a) to mandate that when the association offers additional coverages, it must provide options or packages excluding lava coverage.
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Takes effect upon approval.
Legislative Description
Relating To Insurance.
Insurance
Last Action
Referred to CPC, FIN, referral sheet 2
1/24/2024