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VA SB594

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

Bill DeSteph

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits motor vehicle insurance carriers from adding drivers to a policy based solely on external data sources such as address matching databases, public records, credit reports, or residential searches

  • Requires insurers to provide written or electronic notice at least 45 calendar days before adding a driver to a policy

  • Allows the named insured to dispute the addition by providing evidence the person does not reside in their household, such as a recent driver's license, utility bills, mortgage statements, or rental insurance documents

  • Permits policyholders to complete a verification interview with the carrier as an alternative method to contest the proposed addition

  • Applies to motor vehicle insurance policies entered into, amended, or renewed on or after January 1, 2027

Legislative Description

Motor vehicle insurance; unauthorized addition of insured drivers prohibited.

Last Action

Fiscal Impact Statement from State Corporation Commission (SB594)

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor and Commerce: Subcommittee #12/20/2026
Labor and Commerce2/20/2026
Transportation1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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