HB 254: RELATING TO INSURANCE.

Requires insurers to provide advance written notice to policyholders and the Insurance Commissioner, with reasonable explanations and primary factors, of any policy cancellation, non-renewal, or proposed premium increase, if, upon renewal, premiums are scheduled to increase more than ten per cent. Requires insurers that provide property insurance to file rate schedules and underlying criteria with the Insurance Commissioner.  Requires the Insurance Commissioner to conduct periodic reviews of insurance rates and submit annual reports to the Legislature.  Requires the Insurance Commissioner to establish a Public Reporting and Dispute Resolution Program to handle complaints and appeals regarding premium increases.  Requires insurers to provide premium discounts or credits to policyholders that implement disaster risk mitigation measures.