An Act relative to insurance point surcharges
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill seeks to exempt certain motor vehicle accidents from the insurance point surcharge system in Massachusetts. Specifically, it proposes to remove accidents involving injuries to the claimant or their passengers from the surcharge calculations. The bill aims to reduce financial burdens for individuals involved in these types of accidents. It is currently under review by the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Key provisions
- Exempts accidents involving injuries to the claimant or their passengers from point surcharge calculations.
- Addresses insurance point surcharges.
- Relates to motor vehicle accidents.
- Introduced by Representative Steven Howitt.
- Currently under consideration by the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who is affected
- Motor vehicle insurance policyholders
- Individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Potentially reduces financial penalties for accident victims.
- Modifies the existing point surcharge system.
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