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OH SB157

Bill

Status

Enrolled

12/11/2024

Primary Sponsor

George Lang

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Origin

Senate

135th General Assembly (2023-2024)

AI Summary

  • Enacts new section 1310.251 establishing that excess wear and use waivers for motor vehicle leases are not insurance products and cannot be conditioned on consumer payment.

  • Amends section 1317.05 to clarify that debt cancellation or debt suspension products are not insurance, must be listed as a specific good rather than a finance charge, and cannot condition credit terms on their purchase.

  • Amends section 3905.426 to define motor vehicle ancillary product protection contracts, vehicle value protection agreements, and establish requirements for reimbursement insurance policies covering such contracts.

  • Requires motor vehicle ancillary product protection contracts to include conspicuous disclosures stating they are not insurance, that provider obligations are guaranteed under a reimbursement insurance policy, and providing insurer contact information.

  • Establishes a 30-day cancellation period for vehicle value protection agreements with full refund entitlement if no benefits have been provided, and allows administrative fees up to $75 for refunds.

Legislative Description

Regards debt suspension products; vehicle protection agreements

Commerce

Last Action

Passed

12/11/2024

Committee Referrals

Insurance11/12/2024
Insurance9/20/2023

Full Bill Text

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