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HB 4570 mandates that personal automobile and residential property insurance policies include an appraisal process for resolving disputes about the amount of loss. The appraisal is binding on the policyholder and insurer unless fraud or material mistakes are involved. This requirement applies to policies delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026.
Author (1)
Jay Dean
Co-Author (3)
Terri Leo-Wilson
Trey Martinez Fischer
Mihaela Plesa
Contact the Author
Rep. Jay Dean
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0750
Capitol Office:
CAP GN.11
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