S 748
An Act to relative to an underinsurance issue
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the issue of underinsurance for motor vehicles in Massachusetts. It aims to clarify and potentially strengthen the requirements for minimum liability coverage, ensuring that individuals have adequate financial protection in the event of an accident where they are at fault. The bill seeks to prevent situations where victims of car accidents face significant financial hardship due to insufficient insurance coverage. It is part of a series of similar bills addressing underinsurance concerns.
Key provisions
- Addresses motor vehicle underinsurance in Massachusetts.
- Aims to clarify minimum liability insurance requirements.
- Seeks to ensure adequate financial protection for accident victims.
- Part of a series of bills addressing similar insurance issues.
Who is affected
- Motor vehicle drivers
- Motor vehicle accident victims
- Insurance policyholders
- Individuals in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a series of similar proposals, suggesting ongoing concern about underinsurance.
- It focuses specifically on motor vehicle liability coverage.
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Primary sponsor
Paul R. Feeney
Cosponsor
Paul R. Feeney
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Bill S.748 194th (Current)
An Act to relative to an underinsurance issue
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 748) of Paul R. Feeney relative to an motor vehicle underinsurance. Financial Services.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Paul R. Feeney Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Rules
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.748
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/27/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/2/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules |
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