S 4935 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to deductibles for physical damage insurance

This bill sets a standard $200 deductible for physical damage auto insurance (covering collision and comprehensive coverage) but requires insurers to offer lower deductibles starting at $50 for most policies. It allows insurers to provide reduced deductibles (including $0) or deductibles that decrease over time, with clear disclosure about how these options affect premiums, coverage, and potential changes. Insurers must explain all details - such as additional costs, reduction timelines, and circumstances for increases - before offering these options. The bill also prohibits insurers from raising both the premium and deductible after the same claim, though they may adjust either separately.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 14, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Feb 14, 2025
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Leroy Comrie
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