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MO SB609

Bill

Status

Passed

6/5/2014

Primary Sponsor

Mike Parson

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces sections 379.011 and 379.012, RSMo, to expand electronic delivery of insurance documents and notices to applicants, insureds, and policyholders.

  • Permits electronic delivery of insurance notices and documents if parties affirmatively consent, receive clear disclosure of rights (including right to paper copies at no cost), and consent electronically in a manner demonstrating access capability.

  • Requires insurers to send two additional notices at five-business-day intervals if initial electronic notice lacks verification or acknowledgment of receipt.

  • Allows insurance policy forms and endorsements without personally identifiable information to be made available electronically on insurer websites instead of mailed, provided forms remain accessible while in force, are retained for five years after withdrawal, and insureds receive notice of changes and access instructions.

  • Prohibits insurers from charging additional fees to parties who decline electronic delivery or withdraw consent, and authorizes insurers to offer discounts for electing electronic delivery.

Legislative Description

Modifies applicability of electronic communication of insurance documents to other provisions of law

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/5/2014

Committee Referrals

Insurance Policy3/26/2014
Small Business, Insurance And Industry1/16/2014

Full Bill Text

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