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MS HB602

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2017

Primary Sponsor

Christopher Bell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Mississippi Code Section 63-15-3 to revise the definition of "proof of financial responsibility" for motor vehicles

  • Establishes separate liability insurance minimums for noncommercial motor vehicles: $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident for bodily injury/death, and $25,000 for property damage

  • Establishes higher liability insurance minimums for commercial motor vehicles: $100,000 per person, $300,000 per accident for bodily injury/death, and $100,000 for property damage

  • Insurance policies may contain exclusions and limitations on coverage if the language or form has been filed with and approved by the Commissioner of Insurance

  • Effective date is July 1, 2017

Legislative Description

Motor vehicle liability insurance; provide higher minimum amounts for commercial motor vehicles.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2017

Committee Referrals

Insurance1/13/2017

Full Bill Text

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