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A bill to require the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study regarding insurance coverage for damages from wildfires, and for other purposes.

8/2/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4969

Bill 118 s 4969, also known as the "Insurance Coverage for Wildfire Damages Study Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of insurance coverage for damages caused by wildfires. The bill specifically mandates the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a comprehensive study on the current state of insurance coverage for wildfire damages.

The study would include an analysis of the availability and affordability of insurance policies that cover damages from wildfires, as well as an examination of any gaps in coverage that may exist. The GAO would also be required to assess the impact of wildfires on insurance premiums and the overall insurance market.

In addition to studying insurance coverage for wildfire damages, the bill also includes provisions for the GAO to make recommendations for improving insurance coverage in the event of future wildfires. This could include suggestions for policy changes, regulatory reforms, or other measures to ensure that individuals and communities are adequately protected in the event of a wildfire. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 4969 is to provide policymakers with valuable information and insights on the current state of insurance coverage for wildfire damages, and to identify potential areas for improvement. By conducting this study, lawmakers hope to better understand the challenges and opportunities in this area and to develop effective solutions to address them.

Current Status of Bill S 4969

Bill S 4969 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2024. Bill S 4969 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on August 1, 2024.  Bill S 4969's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of August 1, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4969

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4969

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4969

A bill to require the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study regarding insurance coverage for damages from wildfires, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study regarding insurance coverage for damages from wildfires, and for other purposes.

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