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HI HB254
Bill
Status
1/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Scot Matayoshi
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AI Summary
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Requires property insurers to provide written notice to policyholders at least a specified number of days before renewal when canceling, not renewing, or increasing premiums by 10% or more, including detailed explanations of specific risk factors, claims history, market conditions, and premium calculation breakdowns
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Mandates insurers file rate schedules and underwriting criteria annually with the Insurance Commissioner, who must conduct periodic reviews of rate-setting practices to prevent price-gouging and unfair discrimination
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Establishes a Public Reporting and Dispute Resolution Program with a consumer hotline and online complaint system, plus a formal appeals process where the Commissioner must acknowledge appeals within 5 business days and provide written determinations within 30 calendar days
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Requires insurers to provide premium discounts or credits to policyholders who implement disaster risk mitigation measures such as wind-resistant roofing, flood-proofing systems, and fire suppression systems
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Requires the Insurance Commissioner to submit annual reports to the legislature summarizing insurer filings, including average premium increases for all policyholders and condominium/cooperative housing associations, reasons for increases, and total policyholder complaints
Legislative Description
Relating To Insurance.
Transparency
Last Action
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
12/8/2025