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HB 153 Original 2020 Regular Session Green
Abstract: Prohibits risks classifications based on an insured's credit information when determining
rates.
Present law prohibits inadequate or unfairly discriminatory rates in a competitive market.
Present law prohibits rates from being excessive, inadequate, or unfairly discriminatory in a
noncompetitive market.
Present law authorizes risk classifications based on any criteria except race, color, creed, or national
origin.
Proposed law retains present law and further prohibits risk classifications based on a person's credit
information.
Present law regulates the use of credit information for personal insurance.
Proposed law repeals present law.
(Amends R.S. 22:1454(A); Repeals R.S. 22:1501-1514)