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MN SF2258

MN SF2258
Minnesota Lifeline Insurance Program establishment and appropriation


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Introduced
03/01/2023
In Committee
03/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to insurance; requiring the commissioner of commerce to create a low-cost motor vehicle insurance program for low-income residents; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 65B.49, by adding a subdivision; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 65B.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Minnesota Lifeline Insurance Program, which requires the Commissioner of Commerce to create a low-cost motor vehicle insurance program for low-income Minnesota residents. The program will offer affordable policies that meet the state's minimum coverage requirements, with premiums determined by the Commissioner and the facility responsible for administering the program. Eligible applicants must have a household income below 300% of the federal poverty level, have continuous driver's licensing for at least 3 years (with some exceptions), and meet other criteria related to driving history and insurance coverage. The bill also appropriates funds to the Commissioner of Commerce to develop the program.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Author added Xiong (on 03/07/2023)

Taxonomy

Banking, Finance, and Domestic Commerce
  • ‐ Insurance Regulation
Social Welfare
  • ‐ Poverty and Assistance for Low-Income Families

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