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MS HB545

Bill

Status

Passed

4/23/2013

Primary Sponsor

Gary Chism

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reduces the minimum number of vehicles required for an insured to purchase single-limit, nonstacking uninsured motorist insurance coverage from ten (10) vehicles to four (4) vehicles

  • Single-limit uninsured motorist coverage must be at least equal to the liability limits required under Mississippi Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility Law for four vehicles combined

  • Regardless of how many vehicles are covered by the policy, only one single limit of uninsured motorist coverage applies per accident for injuries or property damage

  • Insurers must provide a Department of Insurance-approved form informing the insured about stacking limitations and that this coverage is an alternative to stackable coverage; the form must be signed by the named insured or applicant

  • Effective date: July 1, 2013

Legislative Description

Uninsured motorist coverage; delete minimum number of vehicles necessary to purchase nonstacking coverage.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/23/2013

Committee Referrals

Insurance1/21/2013

Full Bill Text

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