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AL SB326

AL SB326
Sinkhole loss insurance coverage, homeowners insurance policies, require to cover catastrophic ground cover collapse and optional coverage for sinkhole damage.


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Introduced
04/16/2024
In Committee
04/16/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/09/2024

Introduced Session

Regular Session 2024

Bill Summary

Sinkhole loss insurance coverage, homeowners insurance policies, require to cover catastrophic ground cover collapse and optional coverage for sinkhole damage.

AI Summary

This bill requires homeowners insurance policies in Alabama to provide coverage for catastrophic ground cover collapse and offers optional coverage for sinkhole damage. It defines key terms like "catastrophic ground cover collapse" and "sinkhole loss," and outlines the process for insurers to investigate and verify sinkhole claims, including the involvement of professional engineers and geologists. The bill also addresses requirements for policy disclosures, claims handling, repair procedures, and record-keeping related to sinkhole losses. The provisions in this bill will become effective on October 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Senate Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry (Senate) Hearing (14:30:00 4/17/2024 room 316) (on 04/17/2024)

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