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FL H0291

FL H0291
Warranty Associations


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Introduced
11/06/2013
In Committee
03/26/2014
Crossed Over
03/26/2014
Passed
06/05/2014
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/13/2014

Introduced Session

2014 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Authorizes electronic transmission of service agreements & home warranties; provides requirements for electronic transmission; provides notice requirements; revises criteria authorizing premiums of certain service warranty associations to exceed their specified net assets limitations; revises requirements relating to contractual liability policies that insure warranty associations; provides requirements for delivery of service warranty contracts; provides notice requirements.

AI Summary

This bill updates Florida law regarding service agreements and home warranties, primarily by allowing for their electronic transmission, which will be considered official delivery to the customer, provided the customer is informed of their right to receive a paper copy and agrees to electronic delivery. It also revises the financial requirements for certain warranty associations, specifically allowing their premiums to exceed certain limits if they maintain a minimum net worth and utilize a contractual liability insurance policy from an approved insurer that meets specific financial and rating criteria, ensuring claims are covered. Additionally, the bill clarifies that these contractual liability policies must cover 100% of the association's claims liability.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Government Affairs, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Chapter No. 2014-111 (on 06/13/2014)

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