TO PROHIBIT INSURANCE COMPANIES AND APPRAISERS FROM REQUIRING AN INSURED TO USE CERTAIN FACILITIES TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY GLASS; AND TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS.

SB 602 prohibits insurance companies and appraisers from requiring an insured individual to use a specific facility for the repair or replacement of damaged motor vehicle safety glass. This bill directly affects insured car owners, insurance companies, and appraisers by giving policyholders more choice in where their vehicle glass is repaired. It ensures that consumers are not mandated to use certain repair shops. The bill also includes provisions for penalties for any violations of these requirements.