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Rhode Island Service Contract Bills Become Laws

Two Rhode Island bills have been signed into law. The first bill, HB 5674, aims to “define service contracts and clarify that service contracts are not insurance and not otherwise subject to the insurance code.” It specifically states, a service … Continue reading →

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New Rhode Island Law Defines Service Contracts

A Rhode Island bill designed to “define service contracts and clarify that service contracts are not insurance and not otherwise subject to the insurance code” has been signed into law. The bill, HB 5674, states, a service contract means “a … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Service Contract Bill Passes Senate, House

A Rhode Island bill that amends the “general regulatory provisions [for] service contracts” has passed both the state’s House and Senate. The bill, S 458, defines “service contract” as “a contract or agreement for a separately stated consideration for any … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Calibration Bill Moves to House

A Rhode Island bill that would “require that the owner of a vehicle be notified in writing or by electronic mail that installation of an aftermarket glass may require re-calibration of safety related systems, or vehicle may not function as … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Calibration Bill Recommended for Further Study

A Rhode Island House bill that “requires that the owner of a vehicle be notified in writing that installation of an aftermarket glass will require re-calibration of safety related systems, for which cost the insurer is responsible” has been recommended … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island House Takes on Calibration Bill

A bill is under review in the Rhode Island House of Representatives that would “require that the owner of a vehicle be notified in writing that installation of an aftermarket glass will require re-calibration of safety related systems, for which … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Senate Bill Recommended for “Further Study”

A Rhode Island Bill that “requires that the owner of a vehicle be notified in writing that installation of an aftermarket glass will require re-calibration of safety related systems, for which cost the insurer is responsible” has been recommended for … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Legislation Addresses Calibration, Glass Shops

A bill is under review in the Rhode Island legislature that “requires that the owner of a vehicle be notified in writing that installation of an aftermarket glass will require re-calibration of safety related systems, for which cost the insurer … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Bill Addresses Service Contracts

A bill is under review in the Rhode Island House of Representatives that relates to service contracts and insurance. The bill, HB 5674, aims to “define service contracts and clarify that service contracts are not insurance and not otherwise subject … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Bill Seeks to Adjust Regulatory Provisions for Service Contracts

A bill is under review in the Rhode Island legislature that aims to amend the “general regulatory provisions [for] service contracts.” The bill, S 458, was introduced on February 27 and referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee. Click here for … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Aftermarket Parts Bill Enacted; Excludes Auto Glass

A Rhode Island bill that “provides that insurance companies may not mandate the use of aftermarket parts without the owner’s consent on motor vehicles less than 48 months beyond manufacture date” has been enacted into law. However, the law, which … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island OEM Bill Heads to Governor, Excludes Auto Glass

A Rhode Island bill that aims to prohibit insurance companies from mandating the use of aftermarket parts on newer vehicles is on its way to Gov. Gina Raimondo. However, the latest, substituted version of the bill passed by both the state’s House and … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Aftermarket Parts Bill Moves Forward

The Rhode Island House Corporation has recommended passage of a bill related to aftermarket autobody parts. The bill, HB 8013, “amends provisions of law relative to motor vehicle replacement parts specifications time limits for using aftermarket body parts, and notification … Continue reading →

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Rhode Island Updates State Auto Glass Business Regulations; References ROLAGS

The state of Rhode Island recently revised the portion of its business regulations for those engaged in motor vehicle glass repair (section 161-RICR-300-5-3). The Rhode Island regulation references the Repair of Laminated Auto Glass Standard (ROLAGS™) in numerous points. The … Continue reading →

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