Senate Passes Surplus Lines Bill Unanimously; HB 853 On Its Way To Governor’s Office
May 1, 2009
The Florida Senate took up and passed the House Bill 853 relating to Surplus Lines insurers, which provides that Chapter 627, F.S. does not apply to surplus lines insurers unless specifically stated. During debate this afternoon, May 1, 2009, the Senate substituted SB 1864 with HB 853, after which CS/HB 853 passed unanimously.
HB 853 now will be sent to Florida Governor Charlie Crist for approval.
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