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MA H1188

To protect consumers in the issuance of automobile insurance policies and bonds


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to protect consumers in the issuance of motor vehicle insurance policies and bonds. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill aims to protect consumers in the issuance of automobile insurance policies and bonds. It proposes several key provisions: 1) Requiring that the content of motor vehicle liability policies, including coverage that is compulsory or optional, must conform to a standardized uniform policy text approved by the insurance commissioner. 2) Mandating that no motor vehicle liability policy can be issued or changed in Massachusetts unless it is approved by the insurance commissioner after public notice and hearing, and the commissioner determines that the policy form complies with state laws. 3) Prohibiting policies from containing any exceptions or exclusions as to specified accidents or injuries or causes thereof. 4) Applying these requirements to all motor vehicle liability policies issued on or after the effective date of the bill.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5003 (on 08/25/2022)

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