California 2025-2026 Regular Session

California Assembly Bill AB487

Introduced

2/10/25

Refer

2/24/25

Report Pass

2/25/25

Refer

2/26/25

Report Pass

3/10/25

Refer

3/11/25

Report Pass

4/2/25

Refer

4/2/25

Refer

4/30/25

Report Pass

5/23/25

Engrossed

6/3/25

Refer

6/4/25

Refer

6/18/25

Report Pass

7/3/25

Refer

7/3/25

Report Pass

7/10/25

Refer

7/10/25

Report Pass

7/16/25

Refer

7/16/25

Enrolled

9/4/25

Enrolled

9/4/25

Chaptered

10/10/25

Passed

10/10/25

Caption

An act to amend Sections 822, 824, 825, 845, 845.5, 846, 847, 852, 859, 1652, 1670, 1729.2, 1757.1, 1757.2, 1800, 1802.3, 1871.7, 10123.13, 10270.2, 10295.11, and 12800 of, to amend and repeal Section 11797 of, and to repeal and add Section 11103 of, the Insurance Code, relating to insurance.

Impact

The legislation impacts several critical aspects of state insurance laws by expanding the types of licenses that can be affected by background checks and modifying the duties of the Insurance Commissioner in processing these applications. Furthermore, it grants indefinite extension of certain investment authorizations for the State Compensation Insurance Fund, which implies potential long-term changes to how these funds are managed and invested.

Summary

Assembly Bill No. 487, passed by the Committee on Insurance, focuses on amending and updating various sections of the California Insurance Code. The bill aims to refine the definitions and requirements related to insurance agents and brokers, specifically updating the term 'agent' to 'stock agent' and making appropriate conforming changes. It also proposes the removal of the requirement for fingerprint submissions for certain licensing applicants, streamlining the licensing process for insurance professionals.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding AB 487 appears to be largely positive among supporters within the insurance industry who argue that these changes will ease burdens on agents and promote efficient operations. However, there are concerns from consumer advocacy groups regarding the removal of fingerprint requirements, which some believe could affect the integrity and thoroughness of the vetting process for insurance professionals.

Contention

One notable point of contention is the revised examination requirements for part-time fraternal insurance licensees, which allows them to maintain their status while seeking to qualify. Critics argue this could lead to a lack of qualified personnel in critical licensing positions. Additionally, the expansion of blanket insurance eligibility to cover community volunteers raises concerns about the adequacy of coverage and the responsibilities of insurance providers in these scenarios.

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

CA AB808

Campaign statements and registrations: filing online or electronically.

CA AB150

An act to amend Sections 8205, 8208, 8210, 8211, 8213, 8215, 8217, 8242, 8251, 8252, and 8253 of the Education Code, to amend Sections 1596.798, 1596.7985, 1596.81, 1596.866, 1596.8662, 1596.867, 1596.95, and 1597.54 of, and to add Sections 1596.868 and 1597.63 to, the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Sections 10213.5, 10271, 10280, 10290, 10370.5, 10388, 10436, and 11323.4 of, and to add Sections 10245, 10277.6, 10309.8, and 10310.2 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to childcare, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.

CA SB150

An act relating to the Budget Act of 2025. An act to amend Sections 8205, 8208, 8210, 8211, 8213, 8215, 8217, 8242, 8251, 8252, and 8253 of the Education Code, to amend Sections 1596.798, 1596.7985, 1596.81, 1596.866, 1596.8662, 1596.867, 1596.95, and 1597.54 of, and to add Sections 1596.868 and 1597.63 to, the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Sections 10213.5, 10271, 10280, 10290, 10370.5, 10388, 10436, and 11323.4 of, and to add Sections 10245, 10277.6, 10309.8, and 10310.2 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to childcare, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.

CA SB1393

An act to amend Sections 7380, 7381, 7382, 8276.1, 8276.2, 8276.3, 8276.4, 8276.5, 8279.1, 8280.1, 8280.2, 8280.3, 8280.4, 8280.6, and 9002.5 of, to add Section 8286 to, and to add and repeal Section Sections 8276.6 and 8286 of, the Fish and Game Code, relating to fish.

CA AB775

An act to amend Section 84224 of, and to add Sections 84224.

CA AB170

An act relating to the Budget Act of 2025. An act to amend Sections 100, 10004, 10050, 19404, 23050, 23075, 26001, 26010, 26010.5, and 26040 of, and to amend and repeal Section 26180.5 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 1916.12, 1918.5, and 5405 of the Civil Code, to amend Sections 300, 1514, 14382, 14652.5, and 18022.5 of the Financial Code, to amend, repeal, and add Section 513 of the Food and Agricultural Code, to amend Sections 12895, 12896, and 12944 of, to amend and repeal Sections 12804, 12804.5, and 12856 of, to amend, add, and repeal Section 15562.5 of, to amend, repeal, and add Sections 8587.11, 8876.7, 11546.1, 11550, 12800, 12855, 12901, 14030, 15990, and 65040.12 of, to add Sections 12804.1, 12804.2, 12804.3, and 12804.4 to, and to add Part 5.1 (commencing with Section 14470) to Division 3 of Title 2 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 35805 and 127501.4 of, to amend and repeal Section 50407.5 of, and to amend, repeal, and add Sections 17974, 50093, 50150, 50151, 50153, 50154, 50210, 50216, 50230, 50250, 50400, 50423, 50462, 50900, 50901, 50913, 51005, 51624, 53524, and 54913 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend, repeal, and add Section 998.547 of the Military and Veterans Code, to amend, repeal, and add Section 75121 of the Public Resources Code, to amend Section 10200 of the Unemployment Insurance Code, and to amend Sections 8255, 8256, 8257.01, 8257.1, and 8257.2 of, to amend, repeal, and add Sections 4581 and 9850 of, to add Sections 8257.02, 8257.03, 8257.04, and 8257.05 to, and to repeal and add the heading of Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 8255) of Division 8 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to reorganization of the executive branch of state government, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.

CA AB1413

An act to amend Sections 832, 834, 838, 849, and 850 of the Code of Civil Procedure, and to amend Sections 10726.

CA SB170

An act to amend Sections 100, 10004, 10050, 19404, 23050, 23075, 26001, 26010, 26010.5, and 26040 of, and to amend and repeal Section 26180.5 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 1916.12, 1918.5, and 5405 of the Civil Code, to amend Sections 300, 1514, 14382, 14652.5, and 18022.5 of the Financial Code, to amend, repeal, and add Section 513 of the Food and Agricultural Code, to amend Sections 12895, 12896, and 12944 of, to amend and repeal Sections 12804, 12804.5, and 12856 of, to amend, repeal, and add Sections 8587.11, 8876.7, 11546.1, 11550, 12800, 12855, 12901, 14030, 15562.5, 15990, and 65040.12 of, to add Sections 12804.1, 12804.2, 12804.3, and 12804.4 to, and to add Part 5.1 (commencing with Section 14470) to Division 3 of Title 2 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 35805 and 127501.4 of, to amend and repeal Section 50407.5 of, and to amend, repeal, and add Sections 17974, 50093, 50150, 50151, 50153, 50154, 50210, 50216, 50230, 50250, 50400, 50423, 50462, 50900, 50901, 50913, 51005, 51624, 53524, and 54913 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend, repeal, and add Section 998.547 of the Military and Veterans Code, to amend, repeal, and add Section 75121 of the Public Resources Code, to amend Section 10200 of the Unemployment Insurance Code, and to amend Sections 8255, 8256, 8257.01, 8257.1, and 8257.2 of, to amend, repeal, and add Sections 4581 and 9850 of, to add Sections 8257.02, 8257.03, 8257.04, and 8257.05 to, and to repeal and add the heading of Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 8255) of Division 8 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to reorganization of the executive branch of state government, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.

CA SB852

Political Reform Act of 1974: Citizens Redistricting Commission.

CA SB1026

Bail Fugitive Recovery Agent Reform Act.

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