New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A07685

Introduced
4/4/25  
Refer
4/4/25  

Caption

Provides that health insurance contracts and policies for long term care shall be renewable each year at the option of the insured unless there is nonpayment of premiums.

Summary

Bill A07685 amends the New York insurance law to ensure that health insurance contracts and policies for long-term care are renewable each year at the option of the insured. This means that as long as the insured continues to pay their premiums, they have the right to renew their health insurance coverage annually. The bill aims to provide greater security and peace of mind to individuals who rely on long-term care insurance, ensuring they can maintain their coverage without fear of sudden cancellation by the insurer.

Impact

The passage of this bill would significantly impact the insurance landscape in New York by reinforcing the rights of policyholders regarding the renewal of long-term care insurance. It would amend existing insurance laws to explicitly state that insurers must allow annual renewals unless premiums are not paid. This change could lead to increased stability for individuals relying on long-term care services, as they would have a clearer understanding of their rights to maintain coverage over time.

Sentiment

The general sentiment surrounding Bill A07685 appears to be positive, as it seeks to protect consumers and enhance their rights regarding long-term care insurance. However, without detailed voting history or committee discussions available, it is difficult to gauge any opposition or concerns that may have been raised during the legislative process.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise from insurance companies who could be concerned about the financial implications of mandatory renewals. Insurers might argue that this could lead to increased risk and potential losses if they are unable to adjust premiums based on changing circumstances. However, specific opposition voices or detailed arguments have not been documented in the available context.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A00979

Relates to contractual liability insurance policies; provides that each provider may maintain a maximum of five service contract reimbursement insurance policies insuring its service contracts actively offered.

NY S05048

Relates to contractual liability insurance policies; provides that each provider may maintain a maximum of five service contract reimbursement insurance policies insuring its service contracts actively offered.

NY S07105

Provides that the tax credits for long-term health care insurance shall be up to $1,000 of the premiums paid for each policy of such insurance.

NY A00536

Relates to summaries of readable and understandable insurance policies which shall include the limits of insurance, the term of the policy, the amount of premium and the amount of deductibles and a statement.

NY HB05066

An Act Establishing Contracted Premium Rates For Long-term Care Insurance Policies.

NY A02245

Enacts the "New York small contractor relief act"; defines terms; authorizes a small contractor captive insurance company to purchase, and the New York state insurance fund shall be authorized and directed to provide, reinsurance and retrocession reinsurance for such captive insurance company, on either a quota share arrangement or facultative arrangement at a rate to be determined by the board of the fund; provides that a small contractor captive insurance company organized pursuant to this article shall not refuse to issue, renew or cancel a policy of any qualified small construction contractor based upon geographic location or line of business engaged in by such contractor; makes related provisions.

NY S03241

Relates to summaries of readable and understandable insurance policies which shall include the limits of insurance, the term of the policy, the amount of premium and the amount of deductibles and a statement.

NY S02130

Enacts the "New York small contractor relief act"; defines terms; authorizes a small contractor captive insurance company to purchase, and the New York state insurance fund shall be authorized and directed to provide, reinsurance and retrocession reinsurance for such captive insurance company, on either a quota share arrangement or facultative arrangement at a rate to be determined by the board of the fund; provides that a small contractor captive insurance company organized pursuant to this article shall not refuse to issue, renew or cancel a policy of any qualified small construction contractor based upon geographic location or line of business engaged in by such contractor; makes related provisions.

NY A10244

Establishes a uniform effective date for health insurance benefit mandates by requiring that every law that adds provisions to or amends provisions of sections 3216, 3221, and 4303 of the insurance law requiring a policy of health insurance to provide coverage for a new health care service, treatment, or benefit, or that otherwise mandates coverage under such policy shall take effect no earlier than the first of January next succeeding the date on which it shall have become a law and shall apply to policies and contracts issued, renewed, modified, altered or amended on or after such effective date.

NY S10019

Prohibits insurer from increasing auto insurance premiums upon renewal for persons 60 years of age or over based solely on the ground of the insured's age.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.