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MS HB390

Bill

Status

Failed

2/2/2010

Primary Sponsor

Henry Zuber

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits insurers, adjusters, and their agents from soliciting or accepting referral fees or gratuities for directing claimants to specific repair facilities

  • Bars insurers from stating or suggesting that policyholders must use a specific repair shop or preferred provider list for damage repairs to receive coverage

  • Prevents insurers from restricting repair shop choice by requiring claimants to travel unreasonable distances for vehicle repairs

  • Requires insurers to clearly and prominently display these consumer protections on the face of motor vehicle insurance policies or certificates

  • Establishes misdemeanor penalties with fines up to $1,000 for violations, with an effective date of July 1, 2010

Legislative Description

Motor vehicle insurance; prohibit certain acts by insurers and adjusters in connection with repair of a vehicle.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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