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MS HB1408

Bill

Status

Passed

5/8/2024

Primary Sponsor

Jerry Turner

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands definition of "roof system" to include roof framing, roof ventilation systems, and insulation in addition to existing coverage.

  • Prohibits residential roofing contractors from requiring payment from insureds until the three-day cancellation period expires for insurance-covered repairs.

  • Prohibits residential roofing contractors from representing property owners in insurance claim negotiations before the claim is filed and from receiving payments from attorneys for claim referrals.

  • Requires post-loss assignments to residential roofing contractors to include itemized work descriptions, costs, a statement that the contractor makes no coverage assurances, and a notice about waiving insurance policy rights, with copies provided to insurers within five business days.

  • Increases required font size for cancellation notices and statements from 10-point to 12-point boldface type and takes effect July 1, 2024.

Legislative Description

Residential roofing contractors; revise requirements under Insurance Benefits Roofing Repair Consumer Protection Act.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

5/8/2024

Committee Referrals

Business and Financial Institutions3/21/2024
Insurance2/19/2024

Full Bill Text

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