A bill for an act relating to standards for settlement of certain motor vehicle insurance claims.

This bill sets new rules for how insurers pay for vehicle repairs after accidents. It requires property insurers (covering the insured's own car) to use only locally available aftermarket parts (from distributors within 100 miles of the repair shop) when settling first-party claims involving those parts. For third-party claims (like when another driver's insurance covers your car), insurers must pay for original manufacturer parts unless the car owner gives written consent to use aftermarket parts, and the insurer agrees to cover necessary modifications and any liability claims related to those parts. These rules directly affect car owners, insurers, and repair facilities by standardizing payment methods and requiring specific consent for alternative parts.