Bill > S544

This bill aims to enhance protections against insurance fraud in vehicle repairs by amending Chapter 100A of the General Laws. Specifically, it adds provisions that prohibit motor vehicle repair shops from failing to complete all repairs listed on an appraisal or supplement, and mandates that they must provide a detailed invoice upon request from the vehicle owner or insurer. This invoice must itemize all work performed by the shop and any subcontractors, list parts costing over ten dollars with their individual costs, and specify the labor hours charged. The bill also clarifies that the deputy director, or their designee, can be involved in enforcing these regulations and grants the deputy director the authority to create further regulations to implement the chapter's objectives. Furthermore, it states that violating any part of this chapter will be considered a violation of Section 2 of Chapter 93A of the General Laws, which pertains to unfair or deceptive acts and practices.