salvage vehicles; abandoned; insurance claim

HB 2256 clarifies procedures for insurance companies and salvage dealers handling vehicles where insurance claims are unresolved. It requires insurance companies to notify salvage dealers if they cannot obtain a vehicle's title due to claim denial, lack of coverage, or owner non-cooperation. Salvage dealers must then send written notices to the vehicle owner or lienholder (with proof of delivery) giving 30 days to claim the vehicle and pay storage fees. If unclaimed within 30 days, the vehicle is treated as abandoned, and the dealer may obtain a clear title free of liens. This affects insurance companies, salvage dealers, and vehicle owners/lienholders involved in unresolved insurance claims for damaged vehicles.