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MS HB545
Bill
Status
4/23/2013
Primary Sponsor
Gary Chism
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AI Summary
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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