Authorizes service charges for gap waivers
This bill permits auto lenders to charge a service fee of up to $750 when buyers pay to waive "gap" liability (the difference between a car loan balance and its actual value if totaled or stolen). It applies only when the lender has purchased approved gap insurance from a licensed insurer, and the fee must be added to the insurance cost - not charged separately. The policy directly affects car buyers financing vehicles and lenders offering gap coverage, ensuring fees align with insurance costs. It modifies existing insurance and personal property law to clarify these terms.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 30, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO INSURANCE
lower
Jan 30, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO INSURANCE
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
David Weprin
DDemocratic
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