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Amends the Public Adjuster Article of the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that the Director of Insurance, upon finding that an applicant for a public adjuster license was previously convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving dishonesty or fraud (rather than a felony or misdemeanor involving dishonesty or fraud), shall consider any mitigating factors and evidence of rehabilitation contained in the…
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Amends the Public Adjuster Article of the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that the Director of Insurance, upon finding that an applicant for a public adjuster license was previously convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving dishonesty or fraud (rather than a felony or misdemeanor involving dishonesty or fraud), shall consider any mitigating factors and evidence of rehabilitation contained in the applicant's record to determine if a license may be denied. Provides that the Director may place on probation, suspend, revoke, deny, or refuse to issue or renew a public adjuster's license or may levy a civil penalty for having been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving dishonesty or fraud (rather than a felony or misdemeanor involving dishonesty or fraud), and failing to comply with specified provisions concerning associated contractors. Provides that an applicant's surety bond or irrevocable letter of credit shall be in the minimum amount of $50,000 (rather than $20,000). Provides that public adjusters shall ensure that all contracts for their services contain an email address and a scope of damages. Sets forth language required to be contained in a written disclosure provided to the insured. Provides that a public adjuster may provide emergency services before a written contract with the insured has been executed. Sets forth provisions concerning associated contractors. Makes other changes. Repeals the Fire Damage Representation Agreement Act.
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SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Napoleon Harris, III
SenateFirst Reading
CommitteeReferred to Assignments · Senate Assignments
CommitteeAssigned to Insurance · Senate Insurance
SenateSenate Committee Amendment No. 1 Filed with Secretary by Sen. Napoleon Harris, III
CommitteeSenate Committee Amendment No. 1 Referred to Assignments · Senate Assignments
