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MA S629

MA S629
Expanding automobile insurance coverage options to include the diminished value of automobiles


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to expand automobile insurance coverage options to include the diminished value of automobiles. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill expands automobile insurance coverage options to include compensation for the diminished value of a vehicle resulting from a collision caused by an identified negligent third party. Specifically, it amends existing law to require insurers to offer optional coverage for diminished value and to allow insurers to make direct payments to policyholders for diminished value prior to the completion of repairs, subject to certain requirements and oversight by the insurance commissioner.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2543 (on 02/18/2020)

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