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MO HB322

Bill

Status

Passed

7/9/2013

Primary Sponsor

Don Gosen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows proof of financial responsibility for vehicle registration to be displayed as an electronic image on a mobile device, with the person presenting the device assuming liability for damage except for willful or malicious damage by officials.

  • Permits insurance identification cards to be issued in either paper or electronic format, including on cellular phones or portable electronic devices, while maintaining requirements for card content and information.

  • Expands acceptable proof of insurance to include photocopies and images displayed on mobile electronic devices, with penalties for producing or possessing fraudulent documents, photocopies, or images (class D felony for production; class B misdemeanor for possession or use).

  • Establishes procedures for electronic delivery of insurance notices and documents with affirmative consumer consent, including required disclosures about paper alternatives, consent withdrawal rights, and hardware/software requirements.

  • Allows property insurers to make policy forms and endorsements available electronically on their websites instead of mailing paper copies, provided they remain accessible, allow free printing and saving, and provide clear notice to insureds with options to request paper copies at no cost.

Legislative Description

Changes the laws regarding motor vehicle insurance policies

Last Action

Delivered to Secretary of State (G)

7/9/2013

Committee Referrals

Rules3/11/2013
Insurance Policy2/7/2013

Full Bill Text

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