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MS SB2228

Bill

Status

Passed

3/10/2023

Primary Sponsor

Walter Michel

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Origin

Senate

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for pet insurance policies sold, solicited, or issued to Mississippi residents, effective July 1, 2023

  • Requires pet insurers to disclose policy exclusions for preexisting conditions, hereditary disorders, congenital anomalies, and chronic conditions, as well as any limitations such as waiting periods, deductibles, coinsurance, and coverage caps

  • Mandates disclosure of whether premiums may increase or coverage may decrease based on claim history, pet age, or geographic location changes

  • Authorizes any person licensed in a major insurance line and appointed by a pet insurer to sell pet insurance products, with the Commissioner of Insurance empowered to establish training requirements

  • Grants the Commissioner authority to issue rules and regulations governing policy disclosures, conditions, wellness program sales practices, and penalties for violations

Legislative Description

Pet insurance; establish provisions for the sale and renewal of policies.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/10/2023

Committee Referrals

Insurance2/7/2023
Insurance1/13/2023

Full Bill Text

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