Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to override a veto that amends the Unfair Claims Settlement Practices Act.

Highlights:

• Prohibits an insurer from discounting documented charges by failing to use a system in its entirety, including an automotive industry standard markup (Sec. 1).

• Requires that when a vehicle is deemed a total loss the department of motor vehicles must first obtain, in writing, the owner's consent and acknowledgement that the insurer is not retaining the salvage and include a statement of the owners obligation and potential costs to dispose of or otherwise retain the salvage (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to override a veto that amends the Unfair Claims Settlement Practices Act.

Highlights:

• Prohibits an insurer from discounting documented charges by failing to use a system in its entirety, including an automotive industry standard markup (Sec. 1).

• Requires that when a vehicle is deemed a total loss the department of motor vehicles must first obtain, in writing, the owner's consent and acknowledgement that the insurer is not retaining the salvage and include a statement of the owners obligation and potential costs to dispose of or otherwise retain the salvage (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text

Vetoed by Governor Dan McKee