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MN SF762

MN SF762
Insurer discrimination based on the breed of the dog owned prohibition


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Introduced
01/26/2023
In Committee
01/26/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to insurance; prohibiting insurers from discriminating based on the breed of dog owned; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 65A.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits homeowner's insurance providers in Minnesota from refusing to issue or renew a policy, canceling a policy, or increasing premiums solely based on the breed of dog owned by the homeowner. However, insurers can still refuse, cancel, or increase premiums if the dog has been designated as dangerous or potentially dangerous, or based on sound underwriting and actuarial principles related to actual or anticipated loss experience. The bill takes effect on August 1, 2023, and applies to policies offered, issued, or sold on or after that date.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Author added Maye Quade (on 02/20/2023)

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