An Act to protect consumers in the issuance of automobile insurance policies and bonds
This bill requires that all automobile insurance policies issued in Massachusetts conform to a standardized text approved by the state insurance commissioner. It mandates that any changes to policy coverage, conditions, or definitions must undergo public notice and a hearing before being approved, ensuring transparency in how insurance terms are modified. Additionally, the legislation prohibits policies from including specific exceptions or exclusions for certain accidents or injuries, aiming to provide clearer and more uniform protection for drivers. These rules apply to all new motor vehicle liability policies issued after the law takes effect, directly impacting insurance companies and policyholders in the state.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023
Last action May 30, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Financial Services
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Jeff Roy
DDemocratic
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