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OK HCR1014
Concurrent Resolution
Status
5/8/2013
Primary Sponsor
Todd Russ
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AI Summary
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Designates certain consumer protections as the Oklahoma Insurance Consumer Bill of Rights, recognizing rights established in Oklahoma Statutes and Administrative Rules.
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Establishes consumer protections for property and casualty insurance including: protection against credit-based penalties, written notice of application acceptance/denial within 45 days, premium refunds for early cancellation, and penalty-free claim inquiries.
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Guarantees claim handling protections including: insurer acknowledgment within 30 days of claim receipt, notification of claim acceptance/denial within 45 days, and insurer response to written communications within 30 days.
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Provides homeowner-specific rights: penalty-free first claim after 45 days of coverage, no surcharge assessment for weather-related claims, and access to Market Assistance Association services for those having difficulty obtaining coverage.
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Establishes automobile and motorcycle insurance consumer rights including: discounts for accident prevention courses, no-fault collision protections, protections against penalties for previous lower liability limits, and restrictions on consideration of traffic records over 3 years old or certain traffic charges.
Legislative Description
Insurance; creating the Oklahoma Insurance Consumer Bill of Rights; distribution.
Insurance
Last Action
First Reading
5/8/2013