SB335 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rodger SmithermanSenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Insurance, Title 27, certain sections, repealed

Summary

SB335 would repeal certain insurance code provisions (27-3-21 to 27-3-25) in Alabama, removing the state's suspension, revocation, and related process rules for insurers, with immediate effectiveness after passage.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, Sections 27-3-21 through 27-3-25 would be repealed. This removes the rules about suspending or revoking an insurer's certificate of authority, immediate suspensions, notices and publications, reinstatement, and related process requirements (including appointment of the commissioner as process agent and service of process). The regulatory framework for insurer discipline would shift and rely on other laws not listed in this bill.

Who It Affects

• Insurers licensed to operate in Alabama – their suspension/revocation procedures and obligations under these sections would be removed.
• Policyholders and the general public in Alabama – potential changes in how insurer discipline and regulatory actions are carried out.

Key Provisions

• Repeals sections 27-3-21 to 27-3-25 of Title 27 (insurance code), removing grounds for suspension/revocation and the related procedures (notices, publication, and reinstatement).
• Section 2: The repeal becomes effective immediately following passage and the governor's approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Insurance